Cartagena Coconut Fish Fillets Recipes

SANCOCHO DE PESCADO CON COCO (FISH AND COCONUT SOUP)

Steps:

• Heat the butter over medium heat, add the onions, garlic, peppers, tomatoes, scallions, achiote powder, cumin, and salt, and cook over low heat until the onions are tender, about 10 minutes.
• Add the fish broth and bring to a boil. Add the corn, plantains and yuca. Simmer for about 30 minutes or until the vegetables are cooked.
• Add the coconut milk and fish, cook on low heat until the fish is cooked, about 8-10 minutes.
• Sprinkle with the chopped cilantro and serve warm with lime wedges.

THAI CURRY COCONUT FISH CURRY

Steps:

• Pat the fish dry with paper towels then drizzle with a little oil and season with salt.
• Sear in a hot pan until golden brown on both sides then remove and set aside.
• In the same pan, sauté the onion and garlic until soft and translucent.
• Add the curry paste and cook for a few minutes until fragrant. Pour in the coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice and brown sugar.
• Bring to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, until slightly thicker. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
• Add the fish to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until the fish is fully cooked.
• Scatter over fresh herbs and finely sliced chillies then serve with lime wedges and steamed rice.