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Green Curry Coconut Cod

Green Curry Coconut Cod: A Flavorful Escape in 35 Minutes

This Green Curry Coconut Cod is a delightful dish with bold flavors and healthy ingredients, ready in just 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Substitute with coconut oil for a richer flavor.
  • 1 medium Shallot Can substitute with onion.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh is ideal, ground can be used (1 tsp).
  • 2 tablespoons Green Curry Paste Maesri brand recommended.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Use unsweetened for balanced sweetness.
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach Substitute with kale or Swiss chard if desired.
  • 2 teaspoons Brown Sugar Honey or agave syrup can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Reduce if using table salt.
For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Cod Skinless and tender; can substitute with other white fish.
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Omit for vegetarian variation or substitute with soy sauce.
For the Garnish
  • 1 medium Lime Can substitute with lemon.
  • 1 to taste Red Chile Optional for added heat.
  • 1 bunch Cilantro Can substitute with parsley.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped shallot and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger, sautéing for about 2 minutes until softened and translucent.
  2. Stir in 2 tablespoons of green curry paste and cook for another 2 minutes, then transfer the sautéed ingredients into a blender.
  3. In the blender, combine 1 can of coconut milk, 2 cups of baby spinach, 2 teaspoons of brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour the blended sauce back into the skillet over medium heat and allow to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Season 4 cod fillets with kosher salt and pepper on both sides, then nestle them into the simmering sauce and cover the skillet.
  6. Once the cod is cooked (8-10 minutes), add 1 tablespoon of fish sauce and the juice of 1 lime. Gently stir to incorporate.
  7. Ladle the cod and sauce over warm rice, garnishing with sliced red chile and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is dairy-free and gluten-free, making it a healthy and satisfying meal.

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