Cambodian-Style Fish Poached In Coconut Milk Recipe

Name: Cambodian-Style Fish Poached In Coconut Milk
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 450 g fish (firm, white fleshed cut into 2cm chunks); 3 garlic cloves (peeled); 1 red onion (small, roughly chopped); 3 cm galangal (fresh, peeled and roughly chopped); 2 lemongrass (stalks trimmed and finely sliced); 1 teaspoon turmeric (finely sliced or 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder); 1 teaspoon paprika; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 400 g coconut milk; 4 kaffir lime leaves; 1 lemon (juice of)

Servings: persons

450 g fish (firm, white fleshed cut into 2cm chunks)
3 garlic cloves (peeled)
1 red onion (small, roughly chopped)
3 cm galangal (fresh, peeled and roughly chopped)
2 lemongrass (stalks trimmed and finely sliced)
1 teaspoon turmeric (finely sliced or 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder)
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
400 g coconut milk
4 kaffir lime leaves
1 lemon (juice of)

1
Place garlic, red onion, galangal, lemongrass, turmeric, paprika, fish sauce and brown sugar in a blender and process until finely blended.
2
Add the coconut milk and process until thoroughly blended.
3
Transfer the coconut mixture to a heavy pased pan.
4
Crush the kaffir lime leaves in your hand to release their aroma, and add them to the pan.
5
Bring the coconut mixture to the boil and reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, to allow the flavour to infuse and the liquid to reduce slightly.
6
Add the fish chunks and poach gently for 4-5 minutes.
7
Stir through the lemon juice, then trasfer to serving bowls.

256

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 450 g fish (firm, white fleshed cut into 2cm chunks), 3 garlic cloves (peeled), 1 red onion (small, roughly chopped), 3 cm galangal (fresh, peeled and roughly chopped), and more.

Yes, Cambodian-Style Fish Poached In Coconut Milk 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.

Cambodian-Style Fish Poached In Coconut Milk

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions