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Coconut Fish Stew With Ginger and Greens

Coconut Fish Stew With Ginger and Greens

Coconut Fish Stew With Ginger and Greens is a comforting and invigorating dish, quick to prepare and customizable to your spice preference.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai, Tropical
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 pound Cod filets Opt for sustainable U.S. or Atlantic cod.
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral oil Canola or other neutral-flavored oil.
  • 1 medium Shallot Can substitute with yellow onion.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger Ground ginger can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 piece Thai bird chili Adjust to taste or omit for milder stew.
  • 1 can Coconut milk Full-fat gives creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons Fish sauce Soy sauce for vegetarian version.
  • 1 tablespoon Light brown sugar Coconut sugar is an alternative.
  • 2 cups Bok choy Can substitute with Napa cabbage, spinach, or Swiss chard.
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup Cilantro Or substitute with parsley.
  • 2 stalks Scallions Chives are an excellent substitute.
  • 1 lime Limes Any citrus can work if limes aren’t available.
  • to taste Kosher salt Use for seasoning.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the cod filets generously with kosher salt on both sides.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of neutral oil over medium heat.
  3. Add sliced shallots, minced garlic, grated fresh ginger, and Thai bird chili. Sauté for about 2 minutes.
  4. Whisk in coconut milk, lime juice, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Carefully add the cod filets to the simmering broth. Cover and poach for 6-8 minutes.
  6. Remove the cod with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add chopped bok choy to the broth.
  7. Simmer the bok choy for 1-2 minutes until tender. Return the cod to the stew and serve garnished with cilantro, scallions, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Experiment with different greens to fit your taste.

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