Description
A quick and easy Vietnamese-inspired dish featuring fish sauce caramel cooked in an air fryer.
Ingredients
- 500g protein (chicken, pork, or tofu)
- 3 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Mix fish sauce, sugar, water, garlic, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Coat protein evenly with the marinade.
- Preheat air fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 3 minutes.
- Place protein in air fryer basket. Cook for 12 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Check internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F) for meat.
Notes
- Use light brown sugar for deeper flavor
- Marinate for 30+ minutes for better absorption
- Reduce cook time for smaller protein pieces
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Vietnamese