Thai-Style Tilapia

A very easy yet really interesting way to prepare this fish. Tilapia fillets are simmered in a seasoned coconut milk sauce for a luxurious flavor. These will look beautiful served over a bed of rice. Adjust the amount of spice to your liking by adding more or less red pepper flakes.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 184 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• salt and pepper to taste
• ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
• ½ cup coconut milk
• 4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped white onion
• 6 whole almonds
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh lemon grass

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a food processor or blender, combine the coconut milk, almonds, onion, ginger, turmeric, lemon grass, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Process until smooth.

Step 2

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper on both sides, then place them skin-side up in the skillet. Pour the pureed sauce over the fish. Use a spatula to coat the fish evenly with the sauce. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, until the puree is thickened and fish flakes easily with a fork.