Steamed Cod with lemongrass and chilli
The kind of Vietnamese plate you make on repeat. lemongrass and chilli, a proper steam, and a...
The kind of Vietnamese plate you make on repeat. lemongrass and chilli, a proper grill, and a finish of fresh herbs.
Free to cook
Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the lemongrass and chilli elements, and pat the beef dry so it colours well.
Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Turn up the heat and add the beef. Grill over a medium-high heat, turning once, until nicely charred and cooked through.
Stir in the lemongrass and the rest of the lemongrass and chilli flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.
Add the sweetcorn along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.
Finish with the topping and serve while hot.
Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.
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