Coconut Milk Poached Fish

Cooking StepsHow to cook Coconut Milk Poached Fish step by step

Cooking Process

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   Gather all ingredients.

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   Heat a drizzle of oil over low heat.

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   Add aromatics and cook until fragrant.

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   Sprinkle a pinch of salt.

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   Once the oil has absorbed the flavors and is fragrant, pour in the coconut milk.

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   Let it gently simmer over low heat.

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   Add fish sauce.

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   Add soy sauce, stir to combine, and keep simmering on low heat.

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   Season the fish — rub salt on both sides.

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    Sprinkle with black pepper.

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    Place the fish skin-side up on top of the aromatics so the flesh doesn’t touch the hottest part of the pot. Cover with a lid and cook on the lowest heat.

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    Make a mango, tomato, and cucumber salad. Add cilantro.

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    Add scallions and basil.

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    Cut the avocado into chunks.

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    Make the salad dressing — pour in orange juice.

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    Add a splash of lemon juice.

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    Add honey, then drizzle in olive oil and whisk until emulsified.

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    The dressing should look like this — toss everything together.

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    It has a vibe similar to sugar-tossed tomatoes.

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    Flip the fish and let it poach for another 5 minutes. If the flesh flakes easily, it’s done and ready to serve.