Instructions
In a clay pot or ceramic pot, mix sugar with 1 tbsp water over high heat to a light caramel color. Add oil and garlic. Let flavors infuse for a minute. Then add fish sauce a 1/2 cup of hot water. Toss in catfish making sure each piece is submerged. Cover the pot and reduce heat to medium. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Open lid, place baby bok choy on top, close lid and turn heat back up to high for 5 minutes. Remove lid and place scallions on top. Let it cook this way for another 5 minutes to thicken sauce.
Serve with steamed rice or a french baguette. Garnish with cilantro.