Caribbean Poached Fish with Seasonal Vegetables
A vibrant Caribbean-inspired dish featuring tender poached fish served alongside a medley of fresh seasonal vegetables, highlighting simple stir-frying and poaching techniques for a healthy weeknight meal.
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Overview
This Caribbean Poached Fish with Seasonal Vegetables recipe offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, combining tender, gently poached fish with a colorful, crisp stir-fry of fresh seasonal vegetables. The dish is light, healthy, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that feels special.
Why you’ll love it
- Simple techniques: poaching and stir-frying preserve natural flavors and nutrients.
- Healthy and nutritious, packed with fresh ingredients and lean protein.
- Quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy evenings.
- Versatile and adaptable to whatever fresh vegetables are in season.
Ingredient notes
Use firm white fish fillets such as snapper, cod, or grouper for delicate yet sturdy texture. Seasonal vegetables can include bell peppers, zucchini, snap peas, carrots, and cherry tomatoes. Fresh herbs and a splash of lime juice add brightness. Use low-sodium vegetable or fish broth for the poaching liquid to enhance natural flavors without overwhelming the dish.
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Serving & storage
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs and lime wedges. Leftovers keep well refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days—reheat gently to avoid overcooking the fish. For best taste and texture, enjoy fresh.
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Chef tips
- Pat the fish dry before seasoning to help the spices adhere better.
- Maintain a gentle simmer for poaching to keep the fish tender and prevent it from becoming tough.
- Use whatever fresh seasonal vegetables you prefer or have on hand–carrots, green beans, or baby corn work well too.
- Avoid overcooking the fish by checking for doneness at the 6-minute mark; cooking times may vary based on thickness.
Ingredients
- 600 g (about 1.3 lbs)firm white fish fillets (snapper, cod, or grouper), skin removed
- 500 ml (2 cups)low-sodium vegetable or fish broth
- 1 mediumonion, thinly sliced
- 2 clovesgarlic, minced
- 1 mediumred bell pepper, sliced
- 1 mediumzucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 100 g (3.5 oz)snap peas, trimmed
- 2 mediumcarrots, julienned
- 100 g (about 1 cup)cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbspvegetable oil
- 1 tbspfresh lime juice
- 2 tbspfresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 1 tspground allspice
- Salt and black pepperto taste
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Equipment
- medium skillet or sauté pan
- shallow saucepan or wide skillet for poaching
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- mixing spoon
- serving plates
Nutrition per serving
- Calories280
- Protein35 g
- Carbs15 g
- Fat6 g
Step-by-step
Step 1
Prepare the fish by patting dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides lightly with salt, pepper, and ground allspice.Step 2
In a shallow saucepan, bring the vegetable or fish broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.Step 3
Add the seasoned fish fillets carefully into the simmering broth, ensuring they are partially submerged. Cover and poach for about 6 to 8 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.Step 4
While the fish poaches, heat the vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.Step 5
Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, stirring frequently until soft and fragrant, about 2 minutes.Step 6
Add the bell pepper, zucchini, snap peas, and carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 4 to 5 minutes until tender-crisp.Step 7
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 1 minute to soften slightly.Step 8
Remove the poached fish gently from the broth using a slotted spatula and place on serving plates.Step 9
Spoon the stir-fried seasonal vegetables alongside the fish. Drizzle fresh lime juice over the dish and sprinkle with chopped cilantro or parsley.Step 10
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your vibrant Caribbean meal.
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