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Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew

Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew That Will Warm Your Heart

This Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew is a hearty, healthy dish ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Pacific
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 pound White Fish Fillets Cod or halibut work well
  • 2 cups Coconut Milk Low-fat for lighter version
  • 2 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth Homemade for fresh taste
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh, grated
  • 1 can Tomatoes Diced
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Red or yellow
  • 2 cups Spinach or Kale Substitute with Swiss chard if desired
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Soy sauce for a non-fish alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Curry Powder Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro For garnish
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Non-stick pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse the white fish fillets under cold water and pat dry. Cut into bite-sized pieces, season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large non-stick pot, heat oil and sauté chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and grated fresh ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
  4. Add diced tomatoes and chopped bell pepper, cooking for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and broth, stirring to combine, and bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and curry powder, simmering on low for 2-3 minutes to blend flavors.
  7. Gently add fish pieces, cooking for about 10 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily.
  8. Stir in spinach or kale, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  9. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Opt for fresh fish for the best texture. Adjust the spiciness with curry powder as desired. Customize veggies based on availability.

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