Coconut Lime Poached Fish: A Tropical Escape on Your Plate

Coconut Lime Poached Fish is a quick and impressive dish wrapping tender fish in a creamy coconut broth with zesty lime.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Fish

1.5 pounds White Fish Fillets like cod, tilapia, or halibut
Salt to taste

For the Broth

1 tablespoon Olive Oil for sautéing aromatics
1 small Onion thinly sliced
4 cloves Garlic minced
1 tablespoon Ginger minced
1-2 whole Red Chilis or ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes
1 unit Green Onion chopped for garnish

For the Poaching Liquid

1 can Coconut Milk (13.5 fl oz)
1 cup Chicken or Seafood Broth
3 tablespoons Fish Sauce
1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
2 unit Limes zested and juiced

For Serving

Chopped Green Onions & Chili Oil for garnish
White Rice & Vegetables to serve alongside

Equipment

large pan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by patting your white fish fillets dry with paper towels and seasoning with salt.
In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes.
Pour in coconut milk and chicken or seafood broth. Add fish sauce, sugar, lime zest and juice, and salt. Simmer gently.
Carefully place the seasoned fish fillets into the mixture. Cover and poach for about 7-9 minutes.
Gently transfer the poached fish to serving plates and garnish with green onions and chili oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use the freshest fish possible and avoid overcooking for best results. Serve with rice and vegetables for a complete meal.

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