Vietnamese Caramelized Cod with Charred Bok Choy and Brown Rice

Ingredients

• 2 fillets cod fillets, 6 oz each, skin-on, patted dry
• 3 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 whole Thai red chilies, sliced, seeds removed for less heat
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 4 heads baby bok choy, halved lengthwise
• 0.75 cup brown rice, uncooked
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
• 1.5 cups water, for rice
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, leaves for garnish
• 2 stalks scallions, sliced for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   Start brown rice: Bring 1.5 cups water to boil. Add rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 45-50 minutes until tender. Let rest 5 minutes off heat.

2. 2

   While rice cooks, prepare aromatics: In a small bowl, combine minced garlic and sliced chilies. Set aside.