Poached Seafood in Lime Coconut Dressing Recipe

Name: Poached Seafood in Lime Coconut Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 400 g mixed fresh seafood (prawns, scallops, fish); 500 ml chicken stock (for poaching); 1 green onion, sliced; 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped; 1 tablespoon mint, chopped; 2 limes, juice of; ½ cup coconut milk (use low fat); 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 1 red chile, seeded and diced; 2 cups lettuce, shredded

Servings: persons

400 g mixed fresh seafood (prawns, scallops, fish)
500 ml chicken stock (for poaching)
1 green onion, sliced
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon mint, chopped
2 limes, juice of
½ cup coconut milk (use low fat)
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 red chile, seeded and diced
2 cups lettuce, shredded

1
Poach the seafood in the stock.
2
This will only take one or two minutes.
3
Remove the seafood and chill quickly to stop further cooking.
4
You can do this by placing the seafood in ice water for a few minutes.
5
Discard the stock.
6
Combine the remaining ingredients, except the lettuce, to form a dressing.
7
Drain the seafood from the water and add to the dressing.
8
Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
9
To serve place the lettuce in the base of each serving bowl and pile over the seafood and dressing.
10
Serve immediately.

255

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 400 g mixed fresh seafood (prawns, scallops, fish), 500 ml chicken stock (for poaching), 1 green onion, sliced, 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped, and more.

Yes, Poached Seafood in Lime Coconut Dressing falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Poached Seafood in Lime Coconut Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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