Braised Halibut Fillets In Coconut And Lemongrass W

Name: Braised Halibut Fillets In Coconut And Lemongrass With Smoked Eggplant And Tomato Ginger Chutney
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large eggplant (about 1 1/4 pounds); 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon; 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1 8-ounce tomato, peeled, seeded, diced; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro; 1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger; 1 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk; 1/2 cup bottled clam juice; 1 lemongrass stalk, bottom 3 inches only, thinly sliced; 4 6-ounce halibut fillets; 4 red radishes, trimmed, scrubbed, cut into matchstick-size pieces (for garnish); Daikon radish sprouts (for garnish); Microgreens (for garnish; optional)

Servings: persons

1 large eggplant (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon
1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 8-ounce tomato, peeled, seeded, diced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger
1 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk
1/2 cup bottled clam juice
1 lemongrass stalk, bottom 3 inches only, thinly sliced
4 6-ounce halibut fillets
4 red radishes, trimmed, scrubbed, cut into matchstick-size pieces (for garnish)
Daikon radish sprouts (for garnish)
Microgreens (for garnish; optional)

1
Char eggplant directly over gas flame or in broiler until blackened all over and eggplant begins to collapse, turning occasionally, about 15 minutes. Place eggplant in large bowl; cool 10 minutes. Peel off skin; place eggplant flesh in strainer set over large bowl. Press on eggplant to release juices; let drain 15 minutes. Transfer eggplant to medium bowl; add lemon juice. Mix Tandoori Spice Blend and vegetable oil in small bowl; add to eggplant and mash with fork to coarse puree. Season smoked eggplant to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD:
2
Mix diced tomato, olive oil, chopped fresh cilantro, and grated fresh ginger in small bowl; season chutney to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD:
3
Bring unsweetened coconut milk, clam juice, and lemongrass to simmer in large skillet. Sprinkle halibut with salt and pepper; add to skillet. Simmer until halibut is just opaque in center, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
4
Spoon dollop of smoked eggplant into center of each of 4 shallow bowls. Using slotted spatula, transfer halibut fillets to bowls; place atop eggplant. Spoon dollop of tomato-ginger chutney alongside. Garnish with radishes, sprouts, and microgreens, if desired.

130

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large eggplant (about 1 1/4 pounds), 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon, 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Braised Halibut Fillets In Coconut And Lemongrass With Smoked Eggplant And Tomato Ginger Chutney falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Braised Halibut Fillets In Coconut And Lemongrass With Smoked Eggplant And Tomato Ginger Chutney

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