Ingredients

  • 4 (6-ounce) skin-on bluefish fillets (or substitute mackerel, trout or thin salmon fillets)
  • 1 tablespoon peanut, grapeseed or safflower oil
  • 1 stalk lemongrass, or use lemon or lime zest (see note)
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
  • 1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Sliced scallions, as needed
  • Thinly sliced jalapeño, as needed
  • Fresh cilantro, as needed
  • Cooked rice, for serving (optional)