Baked Cod with Vietnamese Bao and Dipping Sauce
A fusion dish combining the delicate flavors of Vietnam with the comfort of a soft bao. Pair the crispy cod with a sweet and spicy dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- ●4 cod filletfresh and sustainable
- ●4 vietnamese baohomemade or store-bought
- ●1 pillowy bunfor serving
- ●2 tbsp veggie oilfor frying
- ●2 tbsp lime juicefreshly squeezed
- ●1 tsp fish sauceoptional
- ●1/2 cup green onionschopped
- ●1 tsp srirachaoptional
- ● salt and pepperto taste
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Rinse the cod fillet and pat dry with paper towels.
- 3
Season the cod with salt and pepper.
- 4
Place the cod on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until cooked through.
- 5
While the cod is baking, heat the veggie oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 6
Add the green onions and cook for 1-2 minutes or until slightly softened.
- 7
Add the lime juice and fish sauce (if using) and stir to combine.
- 8
Serve the cod on top of the Vietnamese bao, garnished with the dipping sauce and a sprinkle of sriracha (if using).
- 9
Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a simple salad.