Compilation of 30 Delicious Traditional Braised Fish Recipes Rich in Meal Flavors

1 Braised river fish with pepper

Braised snakehead fish with pepper

With just a few simple steps, you can have a pot of shiny brown braised snakehead fish, fragrant with turmeric, and a bit spicy from ground pepper. The fish meat is chewy and sweet, seasoned with rich spices that are enticing.

This promises to be a braised dish that you can’t miss in your family’s next meal!

Braised snakehead fish with pepper

Snakehead fish braised with pepper is perhaps no stranger to us, right? This dish is simple and rustic, but its flavor is incredibly appealing, with firm fish meat well-infused with the fragrant spiciness of ground pepper.

The dish has a brown-yellow color, accented with a bit of red from sliced chili, making it very eye-catching. To balance the flavors and enhance the dish, you can eat this braised snakehead fish with white rice and a little cucumber.

This braised dish can be enjoyed alone with plain porridge, making for a light breakfast that you should definitely try!

Braised black tilapia with pepper

Black tilapia, also known by another name as tilapia (young, not fully grown), when braised with pepper, gives you a very special feeling, because the bones of black tilapia are very small and soft, so if you like, you don’t need to spit out the bones and can continue eating with rice as usual.

In addition, this braised snakehead fish with pepper is very visually appealing with its glossy brown color, having a characteristic sweet taste of fish meat, mixed with a bit of spiciness from ground pepper. So this could be a delicious braised dish that you cannot miss!

2 Braised freshwater fish with turmeric

Braised snakehead fish with turmeric

Turmeric is not only an ingredient that adds color but also a good material for effectively eliminating the fishy smell, so those who are reluctant to eat fish because of the fishiness can refer to this braised snakehead fish with turmeric to enjoy.

This braised dish does not have a rich dark brown color; instead, it boasts a bright yellow hue and the characteristic aroma of turmeric, making anyone who has smelled it want to rush to the table to enjoy and savor.

Braised eel with turmeric

The braised eel with turmeric is delicious, sweet, and fragrant with the appealing aroma of fried lemongrass, served with sweet and sour sautéed pineapple, enhancing the flavor. Pouring the well-seasoned braising sauce over white rice and boiled vegetables is simply delightful, just like home-cooked meals!

Braised goby fish with turmeric

The pot of braised goby fish with turmeric is completed, releasing an enticing aroma that draws you in with evenly sized, plump goby fish that are thoroughly infused with spices and firm meat, so when you eat, you will feel the rich flavor intertwined with the firm, sweet, and fragrant fish meat, making your rice cooker empty noticeably!

3 Braised freshwater fish with dipping sauce

Braised snakehead fish with dipping sauce

Braising with dipping sauce is a famous method from the Mekong Delta region, bringing an extremely flavorful dish that goes well with rice, so braised snakehead fish with dipping sauce promises to make your family’s rice quickly diminish.

When eating snakehead fish, we can feel the enticing aroma of fish sauce, the meat of the snakehead fish is sweet, tender, and flavorful. Especially, the braising sauce shines with a beautiful golden-brown color, rich in the delicious flavors of commonly used spices that are meticulously seasoned. Boil some bitter melon to dip and eat with the braised fish sauce, it’s incredibly delicious!

Braised goby fish with dipping sauce

With easily found ingredients and just a little time spent braising, we have this braised goby fish with dipping sauce to treat the family!

The braised fish dish stands out with its rich, deep brown sauce interlaced with the bright red of chili and the green of finely chopped scallions. To enjoy this dish better, you should eat it while it’s still hot and remember to use string beans boiled and dipped in the braising sauce with rice and fish!

Rest assured, the spicy, rich, and sweet flavors of this dish will conquer even the most discerning members of your family.

Braised goby fish with dipping sauce

In the evening, after a chilly rain, enjoying a plate of white rice with braised goby fish has sweet, fatty fish meat, and the spicy, fragrant braising sauce is delightful. Adding a bit of boiled cabbage makes it even more ideal, both satisfying and warming, right?

4 Braised freshwater fish

Braised catfish

Catfish is one of the most popular species of catfish in Vietnam, so it often appears in delicious rustic dishes, including this incredibly satisfying braised catfish dish.

Dishes made with catfish are prepared carefully before cooking, making them chewy and delicious, not fishy, blending perfectly with the rich sauce and fragrant garlic, which is incredibly appetizing.

Braised Catfish

Not requiring too much complexity in preparation, the braised catfish dish captivates everyone with the chewy and delicious fish along with the salty-sweet, tangy flavors of common spices and fresh pineapple, which is very unique and pairs well with rice. It is guaranteed to make your whole family fall in love!

Braised Tilapia

The braised tilapia is beautifully presented, promising a rich and delicious sauce that blends with the sweet and fragrant fish meat and the tender, fatty pork belly. Once tasted, it will be unforgettable, especially when enjoyed with hot, sticky white rice and a bit of fresh lettuce.

5 Braised Freshwater Fish with Ginger

Catfish Braised with Ginger

Catfish braised with ginger is served on a plate with the shiny brown color of the braised fish interspersed with the fresh green of scallions and the red of chili peppers, making it extremely appealing.

Taking a piece to taste with rice, you will feel the soft and delicious fish meat with a rich flavor, gently fragrant with enticing ginger. The braised fish sauce can be dipped with cucumber or tomato, helping to balance the flavors and effectively prevent richness, especially if you don’t have a soup to accompany it.

Tilapia Braised with Ginger

The aroma of ginger being braised fills the kitchen, inviting family members to set aside everything and enjoy a bowl of super delicious ginger-braised tilapia right away.

With the soft, delicious, and fragrant snakehead fish combined with the salty-sweet, rich braising sauce, fragrant with lemongrass, dipping it with a bit of water morning glory and fragrant herbs is exceptional!

Ginger Braised Carp

Carp is widely known as a nutritious fish that, when combined with ginger and lemongrass (a traditional remedy for colds), creates a delicious dish that is perfect for adding to family meals whenever someone is feeling under the weather.

The ginger-braised carp dish is very tasty with the spicy flavor of ginger and the characteristic aroma of lemongrass. The fish is braised until tender and flavorful, making it incredibly delicious when served with rice. Be sure to try it right away!

6 Field Fish Braised with Galangal

Galangal Braised Carp

Bringing the essence of Northern cuisine, change up your family’s meal with the authentic Northern-style galangal-braised carp. Once completed, the dish will have the characteristic aroma of galangal, and the fish will have a beautiful golden color.

When eating, you will experience the delicious taste on each firm and sweet piece of fish, infused with perfectly seasoned spices.

Galangal Braised Snakehead Fish

Like its family of spices, galangal is excellent at eliminating fishy odors; therefore, the galangal-braised snakehead fish will have a warm, non-fishy flavor, with an enticing aroma and rich taste.

The pork belly is braised to perfection, so it will be coated evenly with a beautiful, glossy braising sauce, making it rich and flavorful when served with rice, sure to win the hearts of many from the very first taste.

Braised catfish with galangal

Braised catfish with the enticing aroma of lemongrass, galangal, and tamarind blended together creates a unique dish, bringing a novel flavor to the whole family.

When enjoying the dish, one can feel the tender, sweet taste of the catfish meat combined with the characteristic sourness of fermented rice seasoned with just the right balance of salty and sweet. Adding a bowl of spicy chili fish sauce for dipping will enhance the dish’s flavor.

7 Braised river fish with starfruit

Braised carp with starfruit

The dish is completed with the sweet and sour flavor of starfruit cooked and dyed with a beautiful brown color, enticing and fragrant from the rich sauce.

When eating, one will experience the sweet and tender carp meat along with the chewy, fatty pork belly braised to perfection, and starfruit still retains its characteristic crunch.

Braised snakehead fish with starfruit

At first sight, your whole family will be captivated by this braised snakehead fish with its incredibly beautiful and appealing colors, making everyone want to scoop just one bowl of hot rice and sit down to enjoy this dish right away!

This braised fish dish, when eaten, has firm fish meat that absorbs the flavors along with the ripe, sweet and sour starfruit evenly soaked in the savory-sweet sauce, creating a delicious, unique taste that stimulates the appetite, making everyone want to have another bowl!

Braised tilapia with starfruit

Braised tilapia with starfruit is a rustic dish enjoyed for its soft, sweet fish, slightly sour and sweet flavor, and the crunchy texture of starfruit. The fish is braised without falling apart, maintaining the aesthetic appeal of the dish, making it even more enticing.

To make it more delicious, you should eat it hot and remember to enjoy it with stir-fried dishes and other fried dishes to make the meal rich in nutrients and full of flavor!

8 Braised River Fish with Bamboo Shoots

Braised Snakehead Fish with Bamboo Shoots

Delicious braised snakehead fish with bamboo shoots is a rustic dish with the crunchy, salty, and sweet flavors of fresh bamboo shoots, combined with the spicy taste of chili, and the well-marinated tender meat of snakehead fish, making it a special dish that pairs well with rice, especially during bamboo shoot season.

If bamboo shoot season has passed, you can refer to the method of braising snakehead fish with dried bamboo shoots shared by TasteVN to cook and enjoy!

Carp Braised with Sour Bamboo Shoot

Have you ever wondered what the flavor of carp braised with sour bamboo shoots would be like? If not, try to refer to and cook this unique dish of carp braised with sour bamboo shoots right away!

The sweet and fatty fish meat combined with the crunchy, sour taste of bamboo shoots creates a rich braising sauce with a hint of sweetness, making it extremely appetizing when served with rice.

Especially, the carp is fried before braising, giving it a golden, crispy exterior while the inside remains tender and sweet, making it very enjoyable with rice.

9 Braised River Fish with Pickled Vegetables

Catfish Braised with Pickled Vegetables

Besides being used in soups and side dishes, pickled vegetables also create a very appealing and rustic flavor when braised. With easily found and nutritious catfish, the sweet meat of the fish combines with the sour pickled vegetables and tomatoes that are soft and sweet.

Above all, the fish braised with caramel sauce, with its rich sweet and sour flavor, is a significant plus that makes this braised dish irresistible to anyone.

Braised tilapia with sour pickles

Who can resist the delicious, unique flavor of braised tilapia with sour pickles? Especially when eaten in cold weather, the flavor can be described as extraordinary!

This dish features sour pickles braised in a sweet and sour sauce, evenly soaked with the rich braising sauce, while still retaining the crunchy and delicious characteristic of the pickles. The tilapia meat, when braised, becomes tender and tasty, and served with white rice, it’s simply delightful!

10 Braised river fish with soy sauce

Braised carp with soy sauce

Braised with soy sauce is a popular method loved by many for its unique, delicious, and rich flavor of soybeans that have been fermented, which cannot be replaced!

The carp braised with soy sauce is cooked until tender with a very rich and appealing soy flavor. When eaten, you can fully experience the sweet and tender fish flavor combined with the nutty and aromatic soybeans, making it incredibly appetizing and complete.

Braised loach with soy sauce

The dish of braised loach with soy sauce will help the whole family change up the flavors with its tender and chewy fish meat, evenly soaked with spices along with the fragrant lemongrass ginger, and enticing soy sauce. If you like it spicy, you can add a few chili peppers and sprinkle some ground pepper into the braise to enjoy on those gradually cooling days.

Carp Braised with Fermented Soybean Paste

This carp dish is braised with fermented soybean paste. A famous type of soybean paste from the town of Bần Yên Nhân, Mỹ Hào, Hưng Yên, Vietnam. So when enjoying this dish, you will feel as if you are traveling to the long-standing soybean paste-making craft of Hưng Yên and getting immersed in it.

The finished dish will have a dark brown color. When eating, you will experience the soft and delicious fish meat combined with the small pieces of sour banana that have been marinated to absorb the flavors, which is absolutely wonderful!

11 Braised Field Fish with Molasses

Braised Fish with Molasses

When braised with molasses, the fish will bring us an incredibly wonderful flavor with a bright yellow color and a characteristic sweet aroma. It seeps and evenly penetrates the soft and sweet fish meat, creating a rich and delicious taste. This braised field fish dish promises to change the taste for your whole family and make the meal more enjoyable!

Carp Braised with Molasses

A pot of carp braised with molasses is hot, emitting a fragrant steam with a golden color and the distinctive aroma of molasses that is incredibly enticing to diners.

In addition, the carp meat is sweet and tender, absorbing the rich braising flavor combined with a bit of sweet and sour starfruit that retains its crispness. Eating it with hot rice will be delightful for you!