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Easy Thai Poached Fish Recipe

Experience the magic of Thai cuisine in just 25 minutes with this incredibly easy poached fish recipe! Light yet bursting with complex flavors, this dish is the perfect complement to spicier Asian dishes like coconut rice or curries. We've included substitutions for traditional Thai ingredients, making it accessible to everyone. Prepare to impress your taste buds with this elegant and surprisingly simple recipe!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 237.6 kcal
Protein 82g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Easy Thai Poached Fish

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Thai Poached Fish

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How to Make Easy Thai Poached Fish

  1. Combine 1/2 cup fish sauce, 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1-2 Thai chilies (or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes), and 1/4 cup water in a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
  2. In a wide, heavy-bottomed pan, combine the blended puree with 2 cups fish stock or chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with additional fish sauce or soy sauce, if needed. Add salt to taste.
  4. (Optional) Sear fish fillets (about 6 oz total) in a very hot skillet with 1 tablespoon butter or oil for 30 seconds per side. This step adds a nice crust.
  5. Gently add the fish to the simmering broth. Poach over low heat for 5-8 minutes, turning once halfway through. Do not overcook!
  6. Carefully remove the fish from the broth and place it on a serving platter.
  7. Pour the flavorful poaching liquid over the fish.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and sliced chilies (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

75 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

3g

Carbs

3g

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