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Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew

Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew for a Cozy Night In

This Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew combines the sweetness of coconut milk with flaky white fish for a comforting, gluten-free dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 lb White Fish Fillets (cod, halibut, or tilapia) Choose fresh for best texture.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat for richness.
  • 4 cups Vegetable/Chicken Broth Low-sodium preferred.
  • 1 medium Onion Any variety.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves for best aroma.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Freshly grated.
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Fresh or canned.
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Red or yellow.
  • 2 cups Spinach or Kale Fresh preferred, frozen fine.
  • 1 tbsp Fish Sauce Use soy sauce as a substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tbsp Curry Powder Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro For garnish, optional.
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges For serving, optional.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse fish fillets under cold water, pat dry, cut into pieces, and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat, add chopped onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stir, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate diced tomatoes and chopped bell pepper, simmer for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and broth, stir, and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Add fish sauce, lime juice, and curry powder, adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Gently place seasoned fish into the stew, simmer for about 10 minutes until cooked through.
  8. Stir in fresh spinach or kale, allowing to wilt for 2-3 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat, ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro.
  10. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This stew can be customized with different fish or added vegetables to suit personal preferences.

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