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Turmeric Caramel Cod

By Kendra Vaculin

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Turmeric Caramel Cod recipe
Photograph by Emma Fishman, food styling by Micah Morton

Flaky whitefish, like cod, is delicate and has a subtle flavor; it craves a high-octane dressing to punch it up. Here that takes the form of a sticky, savory, and sweet condiment inspired by Vietnamese fish sauce caramel. This sauce uses a heap of turmeric, so seek out a high-quality product like Spicewalla, Diaspora Co., or Burlap & Barrel. Don’t hold back on the fresh herbs and sliced raw onions on top—their freshness and bite offer a perfect counterpart to the umami-rich sauce.

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