Eds Caribbean Fish Sauce Recipe

Celebrate your next special occasion with Ed's unforgettable Caribbean Fish Sauce! Originally created for grilled Cobia (lemonfish) to commemorate our 25th wedding anniversary, this vibrant sauce elevates any firm white fish or grilled chicken. The blend of zesty lime, fiery jalapeños, and creamy coconut milk creates a taste explosion that's both sophisticated and refreshingly tropical. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make, yet extraordinary recipe!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 206.5 kcal

Protein 6g

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Ingredients for Eds Caribbean Fish Sauce

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion
2 garlic cloves
1 jalapeno
zest of 1 lime
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons lime juice
salt and pepper, to taste
1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

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How to Make Eds Caribbean Fish Sauce

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Add 1 medium finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
Add 2 minced cloves of garlic, 1 seeded and minced jalapeño (adjust to taste), and the zest of 1 lime. Sauté for 2 minutes more.
Pour in 1/2 cup of chicken broth and 2 tablespoons of lime juice. Bring to a simmer and reduce the liquid by 1/3, about 5-7 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Stir in 1 can (13.5 oz) of full-fat coconut milk. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more coconut milk if needed to reach desired consistency.
Reduce heat to low. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and smooth.
Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh chives.
Serve immediately over grilled fish (like Cobia!) or grilled chicken. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

Fat

59g

Carbs

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Seafood The Americas American Caribbean Gluten Free Summer Recipes Grilling & Bbq 30 Minutes Or Less

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Eds Caribbean Fish Sauce?

Eds Caribbean Fish Sauce takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Eds Caribbean Fish Sauce?

Eds Caribbean Fish Sauce has approximately 206.5 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 31 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Eds Caribbean Fish Sauce?

The key ingredients for Eds Caribbean Fish Sauce are Olive Oil, Onion, Garlic Clove, Jalapeno, Lime, Zest Of, Chicken Broth. See the full list with measurements above.