Description
Coconut Lime Fish with Garlic Butter is a zesty and creamy delight! Tender white fish fillets are cooked in a luscious coconut-lime sauce with fragrant garlic and fresh cilantro, perfect for a quick and healthy dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 6-ounce white fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod)
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Zest and juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Season fish fillets with salt and pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, and honey. Stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Return fish to the skillet and spoon sauce over the fillets. Cook for another 2 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Serve with steamed rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.
- Can substitute fish with shrimp or chicken if preferred.
- Adjust lime and honey to taste for a sweeter or tangier sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical/Asian-Inspired