Coconut Lime Fish with Rice Recipe
This Coconut Lime Fish with Rice recipe offers a delightful blend of creamy coconut milk and zesty lime paired with tender white fish fillets served over fragrant jasmine rice. Perfect for a quick, flavorful meal that’s both light and satisfying, it combines simple ingredients with straightforward cooking techniques to create a delicious tropical-inspired dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical/Caribbean-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Fish and Sauce
- 4 white fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod)
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Rice
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups water
For Garnish
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine the jasmine rice and water. Bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Make the Sauce: While the rice cooks, whisk together the coconut milk, freshly squeezed lime juice, lime zest, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Set this sauce mixture aside for later use.
- Cook the Fish: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the fish fillets. Cook each fillet for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they are cooked through, flaky, and lightly golden on the outside.
- Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared coconut lime sauce over the cooked fish in the skillet. Reduce the heat to low and allow the fish to simmer in the sauce for 3-5 minutes so the flavors meld beautifully.
- Serve: Fluff the cooked jasmine rice with a fork and divide it evenly onto serving plates. Place the coconut lime fish on top of the rice, spoon over extra sauce from the skillet, and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for an added burst of freshness.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lime juice and zest for the best bright flavor.
- Tilapia or cod are great for this recipe, but any firm white fish will work well.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste depending on your preference.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red chili flakes to the sauce.
- Make sure not to overcook the fish to keep it moist and flaky.
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