The technique involves infusing heavy cream with fragrant, savory ingredients, then poaching fish in the flavored liquid.

So, this dish is inspired by elements from both of those recipes.

The dish comes together in just about 30 minutes, perfect for a weeknight meal.

Overhead view of a bowl of Coconut poached fish with bok choy, ginger, and lime.

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I typically shop for fish at the seafood section of my local grocery store or a local fish market.

Both fresh and frozen fish work for this recipe, though I often use the fresh variety.

When shopping for cod, look for a bright, moist appearance and avoid any pieces with fishy odors.

Overhead view of two bowls of Coconut poached cod with ginger and lime served with lime and rice.

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For frozen cod, see to it to thaw overnight in the fridge before cooking.

Swaps and Substitutions

This recipe is very flexible and takes easily to swaps and subs.

Keep in mind that cooking times will vary depending on the jot down of meat.

Overhead view of two bowls of Coconut poached cod with ginger and lime served with lime and rice.

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Thesechicken satayare a great starter to this meal, if youre looking to entertain guests.

Sprinkle with salt on both sides.

In a small bowl combine 2 tablespoons lime juice and chilies.

Overhead view of a bowl of Coconut poached fish with bok choy, ginger, and lime.

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Set aside until youre ready to serve.

Set a paper towel lined plate aside for the fried ginger.

In a Dutch oven or large, deep skillet set over medium-high heat, add the oil.

Overhead view of two bowls of Coconut poached cod with ginger and lime served with lime and rice.

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Saute the ginger in oil for 30 seconds to 1 minute until it appears golden brown.

Evenly scatter the strained ginger from the sieve to a paper towel lined plate and set aside.

Reserve the ginger oil.

Seasoning fillets of cod to make fish poached in coconut with ginger and lime.

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Add strained ginger oil back into the pan and set to medium-low heat.

Cook the garlic and lemongrass, until aromatic and lightly browned, about 2 minutes.

Season the liquid with additional fish sauce, brown sugar, or lime juice as needed.

Minced ginger in a strainer to make fish poached in coconut with ginger and lime

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Reduce the heat to low and stir in the bok choy.

Using a slotted spoon, remove the bok choy and divide among four serving bowls.

When cooked, the fish will transform from translucent to opaque and gently flake when prodded with a fork.

Fried ginger topping draining on paper towels to make a fish poached in coconut with ginger and lime recipe

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Note that thinner pieces will cook faster than thicker ones.

Liquid should not appear watery at allit should coat the back of a spoon like a thick curry.

Season with more fish sauce, brown sugar, or lime juice as needed.

Sauteeing aromatics for a fish poached in coconut with ginger and lime recipe.

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Divide the hot poaching liquid into each bowl equally.

Top with the fried ginger, pickled chilies, lime wedges, and chopped cilantro.

Overhead view of a dutch oven with ingredients to make coconut poached fish with bok choy, ginger, and lime

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Overhead view of a dutch oven with ingredients to make coconut poached fish with bok choy, ginger, and lime

Simply Recipes / Karishma Pradhan

Overhead view of a dutch oven with ingredients to make coconut poached fish with bok choy, ginger, and lime

Simply Recipes / Karishma Pradhan

Overhead view of a dutch oven with ingredients to make coconut poached fish with bok choy, ginger, and lime

Simply Recipes / Karishma Pradhan

Overhead view of a dutch oven with ingredients to make coconut poached fish with bok choy, ginger, and lime

Simply Recipes / Karishma Pradhan

Overhead view of a bowl of Coconut poached fish with bok choy, ginger, and lime.

Simply Recipes / Karishma Pradhan