Coconut Milk Poached Fish

This Caribbean-inspired dish offers a delightful experience with fish gently poached in creamy coconut milk. The aromatic herbs and spices elevate the flavors, making it a perfect choice for a quick yet sophisticated dinner.

🐟 Pescatarian
🍳 High Protein
🥛 Dairy-free
🌾 Gluten-free
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Dinner
30 min cook
Medium difficulty difficulty
450 cal
Caribbean

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About this recipe

Coconut Milk Poached Fish brings a Caribbean dinner to the table that comes together in about 30 min. You'll make it with coconut milk, white fish fillet, olive oil and garlic — see the complete list and step-by-step method further down. The recipe records 9 distinct ingredients, 6 instruction steps and medium difficulty difficulty so you can check the scope before you start.

EasyChef tags Coconut Milk Poached Fish for pescatarian, high protein, dairy-free and gluten-free preferences. The listed equipment includes stove and pan. The recipe data lists approximately 450 calories. Follow the quantities and directions on this page, or open EasyChef to save the recipe and add missing ingredients to a shopping list.

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Measurement
Ingredients
200 milliliter coconut milk
150 grams white fish fillet
10 milliliter olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1 unit onion
0.5 unit lemon
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon pepper
5 grams fresh herbs
Cooking tools
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Pan

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Instructions

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Step 1
Begin by heating olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing them until they become soft and fragrant.
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Step 2
Pour the coconut milk into the pan, stirring gently. Allow it to come to a gentle simmer, infusing the flavors together.
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Step 3
Season the fish fillet with salt and pepper. Carefully place it into the simmering coconut milk, ensuring it's submerged.
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Step 4
Cover the pan and let the fish poach for 10-12 minutes. Check that it's cooked through and tender.
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Step 5
Once cooked, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish. Garnish with fresh herbs for an added burst of flavor.
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Step 6
Serve the dish immediately, making sure the fish is generously covered with the coconut milk sauce.
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Coconut Milk Poached Fish is a dish that beautifully captures the essence of Caribbean cuisine. The use of coconut milk as a poaching liquid not only adds a rich, creamy texture but also infuses the fish with a subtle sweetness. This method of cooking is popular in tropical regions where coconut is a staple ingredient. The dish is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Its simplicity allows the natural flavors of the fish and coconut to shine, while the addition of fresh herbs and lemon juice provides a refreshing contrast. Historically, poaching fish in coconut milk has been a traditional technique in many coastal communities, where fresh seafood is abundant. This recipe is a testament to the harmonious blend of flavors that Caribbean cuisine is known for, offering a taste of the tropics in every bite.

Frequently asked questions

What ingredients do I need for Coconut Milk Poached Fish?

The main ingredients for Coconut Milk Poached Fish are coconut milk, white fish fillet, olive oil, garlic and onion. The full list with quantities is on this page.

What kind of dish is Coconut Milk Poached Fish?

Coconut Milk Poached Fish is a Caribbean dinner recipe.

How long does Coconut Milk Poached Fish take to make?

Coconut Milk Poached Fish takes about 30 min from start to finish.

How many calories are in Coconut Milk Poached Fish?

The recipe data for Coconut Milk Poached Fish lists roughly 450 calories.

Is Coconut Milk Poached Fish suitable for special diets?

Yes — Coconut Milk Poached Fish fits Pescatarian, High Protein, Dairy-free, Gluten-free preferences.

Is Coconut Milk Poached Fish easy to make?

Coconut Milk Poached Fish is rated Medium difficulty difficulty. You'll need Stove, Pan.

How many steps are in the Coconut Milk Poached Fish recipe?

Coconut Milk Poached Fish is presented in 6 instruction steps on this page.

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