Coconut Lime Fish with Lemon Garlic Sauce 🥥🐟🍋
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
For the Coconut Lime Fish
4 fish fillets (such as tilapia, cod, or snapper)
1/2 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon lime zest
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Lime wedges (for serving)
For the Lemon Garlic Sauce
4 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Marinate the Fish
Combine Marinade: In a shallow dish, whisk together coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Marinate Fish: Add the fish fillets to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
Cook the Fish
Heat Pan: In a large skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the marinated fish fillets.
Cook Fish: Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and keep warm.
Prepare the Lemon Garlic Sauce
Make Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Finish Sauce: Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional minute, then remove from heat.
Serve
Plate: Serve the coconut lime fish topped with the lemon garlic sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Tips and Variations
Add Heat: For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the lemon garlic sauce.
Vegetable Pairing: Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Enjoy your Coconut Lime Fish with Lemon Garlic Sauce!