Vietnamese Turmeric Fish with Dill (Cha Ca)
Hanoi-style turmeric fish seared with dill and scallions over noodles. 340 calories, 28g protein, aromatic and bright.
Vietnamese Turmeric Fish with Dill (Cha Ca) has 340 calories per serving, with 28g protein, 30g carbs, 11g fat, and 2g fiber. Prep 20 min, cook 12 min.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
340
Calories
28g
Protein
56% DV
30g
Carbs
11% DV
11g
Fat
14% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
🔥 8.2g protein per 100 cal.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
12 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$5.50
Vietnamese Turmeric Fish with Dill (Cha Ca)
Hanoi’s famous turmeric-marinated fish seared with lots of fresh dill and scallions over rice noodles—340 calories and 28g protein per aromatic bowl.
Ingredients
- 6 oz cod fillet, cut into chunks
- 1.5 oz rice noodles
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 oz fresh ginger, grated
- 1.5 tbsp fish sauce
- 0.5 cup fresh dill, large sprigs
- 2 scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp roasted peanuts, crushed
Instructions
- Marinate the fish with turmeric, garlic, ginger, and fish sauce for 20 minutes.
- Cook the rice noodles according to package directions; drain and divide into a bowl.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high with 1 tsp oil.
- Sear the fish chunks 2 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through.
- Add scallions and most of the dill; toss for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Spoon the fish, scallions, and dill over the noodles.
- Top with remaining dill and crushed peanuts; serve with lime and fish sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 340 kcal |
| Protein | 28g |
| Carbs | 30g |
| Fat | 11g |
| Fiber | 2g |
Tips
- Don’t overcook the fish—pull it from the pan the moment it flakes.
- The generous dill is essential; it’s the signature flavor of cha ca.
- Shrimp paste is traditional; swap with extra fish sauce to keep it accessible.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout. Add a splash of broth or water to prevent drying.
Equipment
skillet
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