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Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew

Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew: A Cozy Quick Dinner Delight

Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew is a comforting hug in a bowl, filled with tender white fish and vibrant vegetables in a rich broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Asian, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 lb White Fish Fillets Cod, halibut, or tilapia are recommended
  • 1 can Coconut Milk
  • 4 cups Vegetable/Chicken Broth
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Grated
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Chopped
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 2 cups Spinach or Kale Fresh
  • 1 tbsp Fish Sauce Adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice
  • 1 tbsp Curry Powder Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt and Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro For garnishing
  • 2 each Lime Wedges Optional for serving

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse the white fish fillets under cold water, pat dry and cut into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the chopped tomatoes and bell pepper, stirring until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and broth, stirring well and bringing to a gentle simmer.
  6. Stir in the fish sauce, lime juice, and curry powder, adjusting salt and pepper to taste, simmer for a few minutes.
  7. Gently place the fish pieces into the stew and cook for about 10 minutes until opaque.
  8. Stir in the fresh spinach or kale until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat, ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use full-fat coconut milk for a creamier stew. Adjust curry powder to your taste.

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