Filete De Pescado En Salsa De Coco (honduran Fish Fillet In Coconut Sauce)

Filete de Pescado en Salsa de Coco, or Honduran Fish Fillet in Coconut Sauce, is a delicious and flavorful dish that is popular in Honduran cuisine. The combination of fresh fish fillets and creamy coconut sauce creates a mouthwatering meal that is perfect for a special dinner or gathering with friends and family.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Honduran Honduran Cuisine Fish Fillet Coconut Sauce Stovetop Cooking
Filete De Pescado En Salsa De Coco (honduran Fish Fillet In Coconut Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 4 fish fillets
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the sliced red bell pepper and diced tomato to the skillet, and cook for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine the ingredients.
  5. Place the fish fillets into the skillet, spooning the coconut sauce over the fillets.
  6. Cover the skillet and let the fish cook in the coconut sauce for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fillets are cooked through.
  7. Once the fish is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
  8. Serve the Filete de Pescado en Salsa de Coco hot, accompanied by rice or your favorite side dishes.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Large skillet Cooking spoon Cover for skillet

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Filete de Pescado en Salsa de Coco with a side of white rice and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Use fresh, high-quality fish fillets for the best flavor and texture in this dish.

Cost

$15