Best 4 Coconut Fish Stew Recipes

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Coconut fish stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender fish, fresh vegetables, and creamy coconut milk. It is a popular dish in many Caribbean and Southeast Asian cuisines and variations can be found all over the world. The stew is typically prepared with a variety of spices and herbs, and can be made with different types of fish, such as cod, salmon, or tilapia. Whether you are a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will provide you with a comprehensive guide on how to make a delicious and authentic coconut fish stew.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

COCONUT FISH STEW WITH BASIL AND LEMONGRASS



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This stew is profoundly flavored and nuanced, with pungent notes of herbs, lime and saline fish sauce softened by the coconut milk, supple seafood and rice.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     for two, soups and stews, main course

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 13.5-ounce can coconut milk
1 lemongrass stalk, finely chopped
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded, if desired, and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
Finely grated zest of 1 lime
3/4 pound snapper or other firm fish (cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks), peeled shrimp, scallops or a combination
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Fresh lime juice, to taste
Cooked rice, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic and cook, stirring, until shallots are softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in stock, coconut milk, lemongrass, jalapeño, vinegar, fish sauce, sugar, salt and lime zest. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in seafood and herbs. Cook 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in lime juice and serve, with rice if desired. (Note: Without rice it's more soup than stew.)

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 755, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 38 grams, Sodium 1891 milligrams, Sugar 15 grams, TransFat 0 grams

COCONUT FISH STEW



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Make and share this Coconut Fish Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by David04

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs white fish fillets (skin on)
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 ounces shrimp (optional)
12 ounces mussels (optional)
1 onion, sliced
1 red pepper, slices (optional)
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
4 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups water
1 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon hot sauce
3 tablespoons parsley

Steps:

  • Place fish, lime juice and salt in a bowl. Marinate while you continue.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large fry pan and add the onion and garlic. Cook until the onion is softened. Add the marinated fish, tomato paste, water and simmer for about 10 minutes over medium heat, and the fish is cooked through.
  • Mix in the coconut milk, pepper sauce, parsley and simmer for another 5 minutes. This is good as a soup or served over white rice. You can also add shrimp, mussels, etc.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.2, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 101.6, Sodium 477.6, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 5.3, Protein 29.8

BRAZILIAN FISH & COCONUT MILK STEW (LOW CARB)



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Make and share this Brazilian Fish & Coconut Milk Stew (Low Carb) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SEvans

Categories     Stew

Time 30m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb fresh cod (or other white fleshy fish)
2 limes, juice of
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons oil
2 onions, diced
1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
3 garlic cloves, minced
6 tomatoes, peeled seeded, diced
2 cups coconut milk
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
pepper

Steps:

  • Fish Marinade:.
  • Mix juice of 2 limes and salt in a glass or plastic bowl - lay your fish in the bowl and try to cover as much as possible. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • While marinating - heat oil in your soup pot - saute onions and peppers until onions are opaque. Add Garlic and saute for another minute. Add tomatoes and let simmer for approximately 10 minutes or until tomatoes have reduced somewhat.
  • Stirr in coconut milk and fish including the marinade, old bay seasoning and pepper. Do not add any more salt - this recipe borrows its salt from the fish and the "old bay" seasoning. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until fish is cooked and chunked apart.
  • Serve.

FISH, COCONUT AND CORIANDER STEW



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Make and share this Fish, Coconut and Coriander Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sonya01

Categories     Stew

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons peanut oil
6 shallots, sliced
2 teaspoons lemongrass, minced
2 teaspoons ginger, minced
2 teaspoons green chilies, chopped
3/4 cup light coconut milk
3/4 cup chicken stock
800 g cod fish fillets (blue eye)
2 kaffir lime leaves, shredded (optional)
1/4 cup coriander leaves

Steps:

  • Place the peanut oil in a pan and heat.
  • Add the shallots, Lemongrass, ginger, chili and cook for 3 minutes
  • Add the coconut milk and chicken stock and bring to the boil.
  • Add the fish and shredded kaffir lime leaves (if using) and simmer uncovered, for 10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked.
  • Turn the fish over once during cooking. Remove the fish from the pan and keep warm.
  • Rapidly boil the cooking liquid for 5 minutes, or until reduced by half.
  • Spoon over the fish and serve scattered with the coriander leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.4, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 87.3, Sodium 176.9, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.8, Protein 37.6

Tips:

  • Choose the right fish: Firm-fleshed fish like cod, halibut, or salmon work best in this stew. If using a milder fish like tilapia, be careful not to overcook it.
  • Use fresh coconut milk: Canned coconut milk can be used in a pinch, but fresh coconut milk will give your stew a much richer flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: If you're using a large pot, you may need to cook the fish in batches. Overcrowding the pot will prevent the fish from cooking evenly.
  • Simmer gently: Bring the stew to a simmer and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
  • Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lime juice or a dollop of sour cream before serving.

Conclusion:

Coconut fish stew is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of creamy coconut milk, tender fish, and flavorful vegetables is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give coconut fish stew a try!

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