Broiled Tilapia with Thai Coconut Curry Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Broiled Tilapia with Thai Coconut Curry Sauce, a vibrant combination of flaky, tender fish and a rich, aromatic sauce. Seasoned tilapia is broiled to perfection, delivering a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture, while the creamy coconut curry sauce bursts with bold flavors from red curry paste, fresh ginger, garlic, and a hint of lime. This quick, 25-minute recipe balances savory, sweet, and tangy notes, making it perfect for busy nights without sacrificing depth of flavor. Serve it over a bed of jasmine rice and garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions for a restaurant-quality meal that will leave everyone impressed. Whether you're a fan of Thai cuisine or exploring new dishes, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 cup Canned coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 pieces Green onion, sliced (for garnish)
- 2 cups Cooked jasmine rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Lightly grease the foil with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Place the tilapia fillets on the prepared baking sheet and set aside while preparing the curry sauce.
In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the red curry paste and cook for another 1 minute to release the flavors.
Pour in the coconut milk and whisk until the curry paste is fully incorporated and the sauce is smooth.
Add fish sauce, brown sugar, and fresh lime juice to the sauce. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Turn off the heat and keep the sauce warm.
Place the baking sheet with tilapia under the broiler and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The timing may vary depending on the thickness of your fillets.
To serve, spoon jasmine rice onto each plate (if using). Top the rice with a broiled tilapia fillet and drizzle generously with the Thai coconut curry sauce.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and sliced green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1982 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.5 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.1 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 228 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 4500 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.8 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 127.0 g | 254% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 2864 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
