Discover the exquisite flavors of Grilled Branzino with Coconut Broth. This quick and easy recipe combines tender branzino fillets with creamy coconut milk and aromatic lemongrass for a delicious tropical dish in just 15 minutes!
14 kcal
/serving
15 mins
Serves
4
Medium
Asian
Gluten Free
Ingredients
- {'group': 'Main', 'item': '4 branzino fillets'}
- {'group': 'Coconut Broth', 'item': '400ml coconut milk'}
- {'group': 'Coconut Broth', 'item': '1 stalk lemongrass, chopped'}
- {'group': 'Coconut Broth', 'item': '2 slices galangal'}
- {'group': 'Coconut Broth', 'item': '2 tbsp fish sauce'}
- {'group': 'Coconut Broth', 'item': '1 tbsp palm sugar'}
- {'group': 'Herb Mixture', 'item': '2 tbsp basil, chopped'}
- {'group': 'Herb Mixture', 'item': '2 tbsp mint, chopped'}
- {'group': 'Herb Mixture', 'item': '2 tbsp green onion, sliced'}
- {'group': 'Herb Mixture', 'item': '2 tbsp pickled red onions'}
- {'group': 'Garnish', 'item': 'Chili oil, for drizzling'}
- {'group': 'Garnish', 'item': 'Lime wedges, for serving'}
Preparation
- In a medium saucepan, combine coconut milk, lemongrass, and galangal.
- Heat over medium until steamy, then cover and steep for 12 mins.
- Strain and whisk in fish sauce and palm sugar.
- Season with salt.
- In a small bowl, mix cilantro, basil, mint, green onion, and pickled red onions.
- Cover and refrigerate.
Cooking
- Preheat grill to medium-high, leaving one side off.
- Spray a wire rack with cooking spray.
- Pat branzino fillets dry, spray skin with cooking spray, and season with salt.
- Place fillets skin-side down on the rack.
- Grill over hot side for ~3 mins until skin is crisp and fish is halfway cooked.
- Flip and cook for another 30-60 secs until just cooked through.
- If needed, move to cooler side to prevent overcooking.
Plating & Serving
- Pour ~1.25cm of hot coconut broth into shallow bowls.
- Place fish flesh-side down in broth.
- Top with herb mixture and sprinkle with flaky salt.
- Drizzle with chili oil and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Ensure the grill is well-preheated to prevent sticking. Adjust seasoning of the broth to taste before serving.
Suggested Sides
steamed jasmine rice
grilled vegetables
Nutrition per Serving
14
Calories
1.1g
Protein
1% DV
0.3g
Carbs
0.9g
Fat
1% DV
0.1g
Sugars
22mg
Sodium
1% DV
2mg
Cholesterol
1% DV
| Health Labels | Low Fat Abs Sugar Conscious Low Potassium Kidney Friendly Keto Friendly Pescatarian Dairy Free Egg Free Milk Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Shellfish Free Pork Free Red Meat Free Crustacean Free Celery Free Mustard Free Sesame Free Lupine Free Mollusk Free Alcohol Free Kosher |
| Allergen Info | Tree Nuts |
* Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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