Citrus Coconut Steamed Cod

  Dinner

I love to make this steamed cod recipe as a weeknight dinner when I'm short on time. The coconut and orange sauce adds a ton of flavor. I usually serve this dish with rice or a salad for a well-rounded meal.

Citrus Coconut Steamed Cod

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TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 4 cod fillets (6 ounces each)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup canned coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • Minced fresh cilantro

Instructions

  • 1. In a large saucepan, place a steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place cod in basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a low boil; steam, covered, until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 8-10 minutes.
    Meanwhile, in small saucepan whisk cornstarch, coconut milk and orange juice until smooth. Add chili sauce, ginger and soy sauce. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Stir in oranges, green onion, almonds and sesame oil; heat through. Serve with cod; sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 330 calories, 15g fat (10g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 316mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein.

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