Description
Experience a culinary escape with Coconut Lime Fish with Rice, a vibrant dish that captures the essence of tropical flavors. Fresh fish is marinated in a zesty coconut-lime sauce, served atop fluffy rice, making it an irresistible choice for any occasion. Perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings, this quick and easy recipe is sure to impress your family and friends with its refreshing taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, or halibut)
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 cups jasmine or basmati rice (uncooked)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix coconut milk, lime juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the marinade.
- Submerge fish fillets in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook rice according to package instructions; fluff and set aside.
- Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Remove fish from marinade (reserve marinade) and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Pour reserved marinade into the skillet towards the end to create a sauce.
- Serve the fish over rice and garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with rice (approx. 360g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg