Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew for a Cozy Tropical Escape

This Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew is a delightful, quick, and easy recipe perfect for busy weeknights, combining vibrant flavors in a dairy-free, gluten-free dish.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Soups

Cuisine: Fusion, Tropical

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Stew Base

1 lb White Fish Fillets Cod or tilapia recommended
1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat canned for best texture
1 medium Red Bell Pepper Sliced
3 cloves Garlic Minced
1 tablespoon Lime Juice Preferably fresh
1 tablespoon Fish Sauce or Soy Sauce Fish sauce preferred for flavor

For Garnishing

1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped
1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing
to taste pinch Salt For seasoning
to taste pinch Pepper For seasoning

Equipment

Large Pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sliced red bell pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the coconut milk and stir well. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Add fish sauce (or soy sauce), salt, and pepper. Squeeze in lime juice and allow to simmer for another 3-4 minutes.
Add white fish fillets cut into chunks, cover the pot, and cook for 6-8 minutes until fish is cooked through.
Turn off heat and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the stew. Adjust seasoning as desired.
Serve warm with jasmine rice or naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal texture, use fresh or fully thawed white fish. Adjust seasoning according to your taste preferences.

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