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Thai-Inspired Coconut Cod

Thai-Inspired Coconut Cod: A Quick and Flavorful Delight

This Thai-Inspired Coconut Cod is a quick, flavorful dish that transports you to Thailand with its coconut curry broth and vibrant ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod the star of this dish, can be swapped with halibut or tilapia
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
For the Broth
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil prevents sticking and adds richness
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper diced, adds sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Shallots minced, can replace with yellow or white onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger grated, can use ground ginger as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Thai Red Curry Paste adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 can Coconut Milk creamy base
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce optional for vegan version
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice vital for freshness
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions chopped, can substitute with chives
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro for burst of flavor
For Serving
  • 4 servings White Rice or Rice Noodles can use quinoa or cauliflower rice

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the cod fillets dry, season with kosher salt and black pepper, and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add red bell pepper and shallots, sauté until soft.
  3. Stir in garlic, ginger, and curry paste; cook until fragrant.
  4. Pour in coconut milk and fish sauce, bring to a gentle simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Nestle cod fillets into the broth, cover, and cook gently for 10-12 minutes until flaked.
  6. Squeeze lime juice over the dish, garnish with scallions and cilantro, and serve over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is gluten-free and allows for ingredient substitutions, making it versatile for various diets.

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