Coconut White Fish Stew (Printable View)
Tender fish in creamy coconut broth with vegetables and aromatic spices
# What You Need:
→ Fish & Seafood
01 - 1.3 lbs firm white fish fillets (cod, halibut, or haddock), cut into chunks
02 - 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
03 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Vegetables
04 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
07 - 1 medium carrot, sliced thin
08 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced
09 - 1-2 red chilies, deseeded and finely chopped
→ Liquids
10 - 1 3/4 cups canned coconut milk
11 - 1 3/4 cups fish or vegetable stock
→ Spices & Aromatics
12 - 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
13 - 1 tsp ground turmeric
14 - 1 tsp ground coriander
15 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 2 tbsp fish sauce
17 - 1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil
→ Garnish & Serving
18 - Lime wedges
19 - Steamed jasmine rice
# How-To Steps:
01 - Toss the fish pieces with lime juice, salt, and pepper. Set aside while you prepare the base.
02 - In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
03 - Add garlic, ginger, and chilies. Sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Stir in bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Add turmeric and ground coriander. Cook 30 seconds more.
06 - Pour in coconut milk and stock. Bring to a gentle simmer.
07 - Stir in fish sauce and half the chopped cilantro. Simmer for 8-10 minutes, until vegetables are just tender.
08 - Add fish pieces. Cover and simmer gently for 6-8 minutes, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
09 - Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or a squeeze more lime juice if desired. Ladle stew into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve hot with rice if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The creamy coconut broth balances perfectly with fresh vegetables and tender fish
- Ready in under 45 minutes but tastes like it simmered all day
- Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free without sacrificing any richness
02 -
- Don't let the stew boil vigorously once the fish is added or it will become tough
- The fish continues cooking even after you remove it from heat so err on the side of underdone
- Letting the fish marinate in lime juice while you prep makes a noticeable difference in flavor
03 -
- Prep all your vegetables before you start cooking since this comes together quickly once you begin
- Taste and adjust the seasoning at the end because coconut milk varies brand to brand