Coconut-Lime Poached Cod with Cauliflower Rice

Name: Coconut-Lime Poached Cod with Cauliflower Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 1.5 pound cod fillet (cut into 4 equal portions); 1 can canned light coconut milk; 1 pound riced cauliflower; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 whole lime (zested and juiced); 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced); 3 clove garlic (minced); 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped); 1 teaspoon salt (divided); 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric

Tender white fish fillets gently poached in an aromatic coconut-lime broth, served over cilantro cauliflower rice.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Thai
Difficulty: Easy

Dietary

Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Egg-Free
Pescatarian
Paleo
Whole30
Low-Carb
High-Protein
Low-Sugar
Low-Calorie
Low-Fat
Soy-Free
Low-Sodium
Low-Cholesterol

Ingredients

1.5 pound cod fillet (cut into 4 equal portions)
1 can canned light coconut milk
1 pound riced cauliflower
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 whole lime (zested and juiced)
1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
3 clove garlic (minced)
0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
1 teaspoon salt (divided)
0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric

Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the frozen riced cauliflower and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until tender and moisture has evaporated. Stir in the chopped fresh cilantro and remove from heat.
In a wide, deep skillet, combine the canned light coconut milk, minced ginger, minced garlic, ground turmeric, lime zest, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Season the cod fillets lightly with a pinch of salt and carefully lower them into the simmering coconut broth. Cover the skillet with a lid.
Simmer gently for 7 to 8 minutes until the cod is opaque, easily flakes with a fork, and registers 145°F at the center.
Remove the pan from the heat and stir the fresh lime juice into the poaching broth. Divide the cilantro cauliflower rice among four bowls, top each with a cod fillet, and ladle the warm coconut broth over the top.

Notes

Light canned coconut milk delivers rich flavor while keeping overall calories comfortably within target.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 285
Protein: 33.4 g
Carbohydrates: 9.8 g
Fat: 11.2 g
Fiber: 3.8 g
Sodium: 475 mg
Saturated Fat: 5.1 g
Sugar: 3.6 g
Cholesterol: 74 mg