Mackerel Cooked In Coconut Milk

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

mackerel

🥗Healthier: sardines

💰Cheaper: tuna

Sardines are a leaner option, while tuna is often less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides umami without fish, while salt is more accessible.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in turmeric and chili; cook for another minute.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Add mackerel fillets, lime leaves, and lemongrass; cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until fish is cooked through.

Season with fish sauce, salt, pepper, and sugar to taste.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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