A rustic bowl of Quick Thai Coconut Fish, featuring tender fish fillets simmered in a creamy coconut sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro, sliced red chilies, and lime wedges. The dish is served with a side of steamed jasmine rice, chopsticks, and a small bowl of soy sauce on a wooden table, with bright natural lighting emphasizing the tropical and aromatic appeal.

Quick Thai Coconut Fish

Savor the tropical flavors of Thailand with this quick coconut-marinated fish recipe, cooked to perfection in just minutes!
Portions:2
Preparation Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons Shoyu sauce
  • Salt and white pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon ginger powder
  • ½ Thai Bird’s Eye chili seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 pound tilapia fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  • Combine coconut milk, lime juice, Shoyu sauce, salt, pepper, turmeric, ginger powder, and chopped chili in a mixing bowl.
  • Add the tilapia fillets to the marinade and let them sit for 1 hour.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • Brush the air fryer basket with olive oil.
  • Remove the tilapia from the marinade and place the fillets in the basket.
  • Cook for 6 minutes, then flip the fillets and cook for another 6 minutes.
  • Work in batches if necessary.
  • Serve hot with extra lime wedges on the side for added zest.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine advice:
Pair with a light and crisp Pinot Grigio or a tropical Sauvignon Blanc to complement the coconut and lime flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 435 kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.6 g | Protein: 50.2 g | Fat: 21.5 g | Sugar: 8.7 g
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Course Airfryer / Fish / Seafood / Main Dish
Cuisine Thailand
Holliday Easter / Mothersday / Valentinesday
Diets Gluten Free / Low Carb / Pescatarian
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