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Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew

Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew: A Cozy Family Favorite

A delightful Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew that is quick to make and packed with flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 pound White Fish Fillets cod, halibut, or tilapia
  • 1 can Coconut Milk full-fat
  • 1-2 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth homemade or store-bought
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or sweet
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger freshly grated
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with juice
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper finely chopped
  • 2 cups Spinach or Kale
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Curry Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Garnishes
  • 1 sprig Fresh Cilantro optional
  • 1 each Lime Wedges

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the white fish fillets under cold water, then pat them dry. Cut into bite-sized pieces, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger into the pot, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add diced tomatoes and finely chopped bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and broth. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer for about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and curry powder. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Gently add fish pieces into the stew. Cook for about 10 minutes until fish is cooked through.
  8. Stir in spinach or kale and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  9. Ladle into bowls, garnishing with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Keep in mind not to overcook the fish and use fresh ingredients for the best results.

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