Coconut Poached Cod with Jasmine Rice
Coconut Poached Cod with Jasmine Rice is a delightful tropical-inspired dish that brings the flavors of summer to your dinner table. Tender cod fillets are gently poached in rich coconut milk, infused with aromatic garlic and ginger. Served over fluffy jasmine rice, this dish is not only visually stunning but also incredibly satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, each bite transports you to a sun-kissed beach paradise.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro and sliced chili peppers for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear; set aside.
- Cook rice in a medium pot with 2 cups water: bring to boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, combine coconut milk, minced garlic, grated ginger, and salt. Heat until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Gently add cod fillets to the poaching liquid; cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until fish flakes easily.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over cooked cod before serving.
- Fluff rice with a fork, plate it up with cod on top, and garnish with cilantro and chili pepper slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with rice (approximately 8 oz total)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: You can substitute cod with salmon or halibut for variety. To enhance flavor, consider cooking jasmine rice in vegetable broth instead of water.