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Vietnamese braised fish in clay pot

From the video “Braised Fish in Clay Pot (Ca Kho To)” by RunAwayRice. RecipesMD is not affiliated with RunAwayRice. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Mild
Total time
~45 min
est.
Serves
~2
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Cost
~$3.09*
per serving, Ontario (~2 portions assumed)save ~$23.91* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
11

Ingredients

  • Pescatarian

May contain fish

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$6.18*for the batch in the video
~$3.09*per serving

You save about ~$23.91* per serving (89% less*) than ordering it out — ~$47.82* for ~2 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario seafood entrée, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

5 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 1 predicted from typical costs · not priced: shallots

* Estimate, not a quote: 1 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 2 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario seafood entrée at ~$27, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving210 kcal · 11% of 2,000
Fat5 g6%
Saturated fat0.5 g3%
Sodium1,685 mg73%
Carbohydrate12 g4%
Fiber0.4 g1%
Total sugars10 gno daily value
Added sugars8.5 g17%
Protein31 g61%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexTreat
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+3 of 20
  • Saturated fat−2 of 20
  • Sodium−20 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−16 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 9 of 9 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 2 servings (estimated: 340 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving; model check 2 agrees). Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • measuring cup
  • spoon
  • clay pot
  • stovetop burner

What the video didn’t say

  • servings not stated
  • total preparation and cooking time not stated
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Vietnamese braised fish in clay pot

What makes RunAwayRice's Vietnamese braised fish in clay pot recipe and technique special?

RunAwayRice's take on Vietnamese braised fish in clay pot focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Thai & Southeast Asian flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Caramel can burn quickly if not watched closely. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Vietnamese braised fish in clay pot at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Vietnamese braised fish in clay pot recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Vietnamese braised fish in clay pot ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Vietnamese braised fish in clay pot can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in RunAwayRice's Vietnamese braised fish in clay pot?

This recipe utilizes approximately 11 ingredients across 10 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Vietnamese braised fish in clay pot?

The official cooking video by RunAwayRice is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.