Can’t wait to have this dish tomorrow. } new_tooltip.no_arrow = true; if (callback) { tooltips[i].tip.parentNode.removeChild(tooltips[i].tip); } wrapper.className = '_form-inner'; I just made pla pao using a Finnish fish called kuha. Normal Thai chilies will work too. If the skin is still sticking to the grill, cook a little longer until it is no longer sticking. tooltip.tip.className = tooltip.tip.className.replace(/ ? div.innerHTML = html; if (elems[i].getAttribute('required') === null) continue; var results = new RegExp(regexStr, 'i').exec(window.location.href); Very little fresh Thai veggies. Do you think salmon can work, too? Then carefully turn each fish over with a spatula. Mix everything together until the sugar is dissolved. Prepare yourself to drool over these 41 meals, each featuring mouthwatering photos, details, and where you can eat it. Hey BK, awesome to hear that, glad you enjoyed it! Anyways, white snapper and tilapia look similar when grilled. https://www.thespruceeats.com/best-grilled-fish-recipes-4165536 if (!no_error && e) { } (_above|_below) ?/g, '') + ' _above'; script.type = 'text/javascript'; } return no_error; selected = false; var form_to_submit = document.getElementById('_form_1_'); Cook for 5 minutes without moving the fish. tooltip.appendChild(inner); } Hey Kat, great to hear from you. err.className = '_error-inner _form_error _no_arrow'; window._form_serialize = window.serialize; This recipe starts with a superb garlicky barbecue sauce that's delicious with all types of fish , whether fillet or steak, salmon or sole. It’s almost like putting plaster over the fish. Utensils: Grill } tooltip = create_tooltip(elem, "Enter a valid date. Just enter your name and email below and I promise to only send you delicious emails :). }; Standing at your barbecue so that the grill irons are running perpendicular to you. I forgot to rate it! var fieldVal = getUrlParam(allInputs[i].dataset.name); for (var i = 0; i < radios.length; i++) { if (!no_error) { Once you’ve got the fish nicely coated in a bath of salt crust, hopefully your fire is ready, and that’s when you start the grilling process. if (!value.match(/^\d\d\d\d-\d\d-\d\d$/)) { tooltips = []; Recipe size: 2 whole fish – both of the fish I cooked in this recipe were about 2 kilos each Depending on how big your fish is will determine how many stalks of lemongrass you can fit. I wanted to buy a whole fish to make your grilled fish recipe. I live in the U.S. What could I use instead of lemon grass and kafir lime leaves? There are two main parts that make up any Thai grilled fish recipe (pla pao ปลาเผา), the whole grilled fish, and the accompanying sauce, known in Thai as sauce seafood (or nam jim seafood น้ำจิ้มซีฟู้ด). Probably the first thing you want to do (if you’re using charcoal, which I would recommend), is to get the charcoal going first, so it's ready when the fish is prepared. if (elem.type == 'radio' || (elem.type == 'checkbox' && /any/.test(elem.className))) { I put 2 - 3 lemongrass stalks in each fish in the video. Creating amazing-tasting grilled fish is easier than you think. }; return; (If you can’t see the video, watch it on YouTube here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuZ_0A97xRU). P.S. It cost $18.00 for a 3 1/2 lb fish with guts and scales. A thick layer of salt crust covers the whole fish so the flesh inside keeps moist and succulent throughout the grilling process. Hmmm, I’m not totally sure, do you think your salt and flour mixture was too wet, maybe, or too dry? Make sure you rinse your fish with water and then pat them dry with a paper towel. This traditional Thai fish recipe can be made outdoors on the barbecue, or you can pan-fry the fish indoors - it is made both ways in Thailand. } else { Both lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves are quite widely available in the US. // Site tracking URL to use after inline form submission. } if (!tooltips[i].no_arrow) resize_tooltip(tooltips[i]); for (var i = 0; i < tooltips.length; i++) { tooltip = create_tooltip(elem, "Please select an option. That being said, plenty of people, including myself, prefer pla pao (ปลาเผา) just with regular steamed rice. if (no_error && /date_field/.test(elem.className)) { Take your lemongrass stalks and beat and bruise them with something hard, like a mortar, or a rolling pin or something like that. window._show_error = function(id, message, html) { But if not, since in this fish recipe they just provide a bit of fragrance, but are not actually eaten, you could either omit them, or you could try to use something like a lemon peel. }; if (!no_error) { no_error = false; Glad you’ll be visiting Bangkok soon, hope you enjoy some seafood, and have a great time visiting family! }; https://www.eatingthaifood.com/thai-fish-grilled-in-banana-leaf-recipe for (var i = 0; i < elem.options.length; i++) { tooltip.tip.className = tooltip.tip.className.replace(/ ? tooltip.innerHTML = text; var elems = form_to_submit.elements[elem.name]; That’s what I think could make it harder to stick. Keep roasting until the fish feels firm and the white salted skin has turned crusty and golden. You want the salt to be a little moist so it sticks to the fish easily. Nice post! if (results != undefined) { resize_tooltips(); e.preventDefault(); } else { } For this recipe (and especially in the video) I’ll be grilling two different kinds of popular Thai street food fish, a red hybrid tilapia known as a pla tabtim (ปลาทับทิม), and a snakehead fish known as a pla chon (ปลาช่อน). In a large mixing bowl or pan add ½ kilo bag of salt, sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of all purpose flour, and add about 1 tablespoon of water. var doc = document.documentElement, scrollPosition = rect.top - ((window.pageYOffset || doc.scrollTop) - (doc.clientTop || 0)); You can also add more coals as you keep on cooking. I’ll probably start to practice making that sauce though, I’m sure I can find something to dunk in it. https://importfood.com/recipes/seafood/recipe/219-thai-grilled-fish-pla-pao The fillets are brilliant for making fish as in fish and chips as the meaty white fish retains some texture. var setCookie = function(name, value) { I cannot wait to try this recipe. It kinda works but lacks the smokiness which you can only get from using charcoal. if (!found && elems[i] !== elem) return true; The fish is coated in a thick layer of salt, slow roasted over charcoal, and eaten with a garlicky spicy chili dipping sauce known as sauce seafood. }; } tooltip = create_tooltip(elem, err.join('
')); var radios = form_to_submit.elements[el.name]; and I had to look over two cities to find it. Depends on the fish, of course. addEvent(input, 'input', function() { "); Makes for a most assuredly Thai set of flavors. } }; } Any tips to get that nice crust? + serialized + '&jsonp=true'); This is a fantastic and easy way to prepare seafood as the salt helps keep the moisture in the meat and not in the coals. Whisk the green curry paste with 1 teaspoon rapeseed (canola) oil and then rub this into the cavities and over the exterior of the fish. } Pound ½ teaspoon of salt, the garlic, and chilies using a mortar and pestle. I really like this dish and tried to follow your recipe. allInputs[i].checked = true; Keep an eye on the fish, make sure they don’t burn! if (!submitted) { validate_field(this, true); Doesn’t need to be super fine, but make sure there are no big chunks. [a-z]{2,})$/i)) { } else { Pat and rub the fish with the salt, making sure to cover the entire fish, and all over the head and tail. div.className = '_error-html'; if (!value.match(/^[\+_a-z0-9-'&=]+(\.[\+_a-z0-9-']+)*@[a-z0-9-]+(\.[a-z0-9-]+)*(\. var resize_tooltips = function() { } var selected = true; I was told many times it is “red snapper” but it doesnt look or taste like a snapper (despite the 50thb extra they charge for this fish as compared to a tilapia…).