Thai Lime-Garlic Steamed Fish with Coconut Lemongrass Sauce
Thai Lime-Garlic Steamed Fish with Coconut Lemongrass Sauce is a vibrant and aromatic dish that brings the flavors of Thailand right to your table. With tender fish fillets infused with zesty lime, fragrant garlic, and creamy coconut sauce, this meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. It’s quick to prepare and visually stunning, making it an excellent choice for impressing family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
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- 4 (6 oz) fresh fish fillets (tilapia or cod)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 stalks lemongrass, chopped
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse fish fillets under cold water and pat dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix minced garlic and lime juice. Pour over fish fillets and marinate for 20 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together coconut milk, chopped lemongrass, and fish sauce.
- Set up your steamer basket over simmering water. Place marinated fish in the basket and pour half of the coconut lemongrass sauce over it. Cover and steam for 8-10 minutes until flaky.
- Serve on plates drizzled with remaining coconut lemongrass sauce and garnish with cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fish fillet (170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg