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Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew

Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew for Cozy, Quick Dinners

A delightful creamy coconut white fish stew that pairs tender fish with vibrant veggies in a rich broth—perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 lb White Fish Fillets (Cod, halibut, or tilapia) Tender and fresh
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat for creaminess
  • 2 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth Low-sodium recommended
  • 1 medium Onion Sautéed, for aromatic flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 inch Ginger Freshly minced
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Diced
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper (Red/Yellow) Can substitute with zucchini
  • 2 cups Spinach or Kale Fresh preferred, can use frozen
For Flavor
  • 1 tbsp Fish Sauce Umami booster
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp Curry Powder Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential seasonings
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
  • 2 wedges Lime For serving

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Rinse and dry white fish fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces, season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat oil in large pot over medium heat; sauté chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes and chopped bell pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables soften.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and broth, bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add fish sauce, lime juice, and curry powder; stir and taste, adjusting seasoning as needed.
  7. Fold in fish pieces and simmer for 10 minutes until the fish is opaque.
  8. Stir in spinach or kale; cook for additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  9. Remove from heat, ladle into bowls, and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This creamy coconut white fish stew is quick, gluten-free, and perfect for cozy dinners. Adjust vegetables and spices to suit your taste.

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