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Pan-Seared Swai Fish Fillets in Coconut Sauce
Pan-Seared Swai Fish Fillets in Coconut Sauce
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 
Servings: 2
Calories: 763 kcal
Author: Chad Montano
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Season both sides of fish with sea salt and set aside.
  2. Heat large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  3. Lay fish in pan and cook 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook an additional 30-45 seconds before removing fish from pan.
  4. Discard most oil in skillet, turn heat to medium-low, and add a tablespoon of fresh olive oil.
  5. Add shallots to pan and sauté 1 minute, then add garlic and sauté 1 minute. (Note: Be careful not to burn garlic.)
  6. Add coconut milk, chili flakes, 3-4 Thai basil leaves, pinch of salt, cracked pepper and juice of 1/2 lime.
  7. Bring sauce to boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  8. To serve, add coconut sauce to plate and place fish on top. Garnish with sliced serrano peppers, Thai basil leaves and lime wedge.
Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts
Pan-Seared Swai Fish Fillets in Coconut Sauce
Amount Per Serving
Calories 763 Calories from Fat 585
% Daily Value*
Fat 65g100%
Saturated Fat 39g195%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 19g
Cholesterol 85mg28%
Sodium 2047mg85%
Potassium 1113mg32%
Carbohydrates 16g5%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 39g78%
Vitamin A 554IU11%
Vitamin C 15mg18%
Calcium 103mg10%
Iron 8mg44%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.