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Tropical Grouper with Spicy Coconut

Tropical Grouper with Spicy Coconut: A Quick Flavor Escape

Tropical Grouper with Spicy Coconut is a quick and vibrant dish that transports you to the Caribbean with its flavorful coconut sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Grouper
  • 4 fillets Grouper The star of the show; fresh fillets provide the best taste and texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt A simple seasoning that enhances the natural flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to your heat preference.
For the Coconut Sauce
  • 1 cup Coconut milk Shake well before using to mix the cream and liquid evenly.
  • 1 medium Chili Use fresh or dried, remove seeds for a milder sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil Ensure it’s dairy-free.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the chopped chili and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine, and allow the mixture to gently simmer for about 5 minutes.
  3. While the coconut sauce simmers, sprinkle salt and pepper generously on both sides of the fresh grouper fillets. Let them rest for 5 minutes.
  4. In another skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Lay the seasoned grouper fillets in the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  5. Once cooked, transfer the fillets to serving plates and spoon the spicy coconut sauce over them. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish pairs wonderfully with jasmine rice or a light salad.

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