Description
This coconut poached fish recipe is a delightful blend of fresh ingredients and rich flavors, perfect for a quick and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh white fish (snapper or tilapia)
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- Juice of 2 limes
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley), chopped
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper (optional)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the bell peppers, garlic, and ginger.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté garlic and ginger for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add sliced bell peppers and cook for an additional 3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime juice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Gently place fish fillets into the simmering liquid and cover the skillet. Poach for 5-8 minutes until cooked through.
- Before serving, sprinkle with fresh herbs for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For an extra kick, you can leave the Scotch bonnet pepper whole while cooking and remove it before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg