Description
Looking for a cozy, quick dinner that feels restaurant-worthy? This Creamy Coconut White Fish Stew is the answer. It’s warm, nourishing, and infused with tropical coconut milk and zesty lime, making it a top choice for both easy dinner nights and dinner party menus. Filled with flaky white fish, vibrant bell peppers, and fragrant spices, this dish checks all the boxes—whether you’re after healthy snacks, easy recipes, food ideas, or quick weeknight meals. It’s also naturally dairy-free and incredibly satisfying. Bookmark this one—it’s your new seafood favorite.
Ingredients
1 lb white fish fillets (cod, halibut, or haddock)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups fish stock or broth
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent.
2. Add red and yellow bell peppers. Cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender.
3. Stir in smoked paprika, black pepper, and chili flakes. Cook for another minute.
4. Pour in fish stock and coconut milk. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Add white fish chunks. Simmer for 7–10 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily.
6. Squeeze in fresh lime juice and sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
For extra heat, add a swirl of chili oil before serving.
You can swap lime juice with lemon juice in a pinch, though lime enhances the coconut flavors better.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Global, Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: easy dinner, healthy fish stew, coconut fish recipe, creamy seafood stew