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Tropical Grouper with Spicy Coconut

Tropical Grouper with Spicy Coconut - Quick Island Escape

Discover Tropical Grouper with Spicy Coconut, a quick and delicious dish bringing Caribbean flavors to your table.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Grouper Choose fresh for best texture
  • 2 tablespoon High-heat oil (canola or avocado) For cooking
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Coconut milk Shake well before measuring
  • 2 pieces Chili peppers Adjust to your liking; remove seeds for less spice
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor depth
  • 2 tablespoon Lime juice Fresh squeezed is best
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and ensure an even coating.
  2. Pat grouper fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Place seasoned grouper in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Remove grouper and keep warm. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  5. Pour coconut milk into the pan with garlic, add chili peppers, stir, and let simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve cooked grouper on plates and spoon spicy coconut sauce over each fillet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a complete meal, serve with jasmine rice or a fresh green salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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