Fish in Coconut Milk

Fish in Coconut Milk is a traditional dish from the Colombian and Caribbean coast, made with fresh fish cooked in a creamy coconut milk sauce with vegetables and spices. It is considered a festive dish, very popular in Cartagena, San Andrés, and Barranquilla. At our catering service, fish in coconut milk becomes an authentic experience that connects you with tradition. If you’re searching for food near me or exploring restaurants near me, you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me along with the richness of a peruvian restaurant near me, all in one place.

Ingredients

• 2 white fish fillets (snapper, sea bass, or mojarra)
• 1 cup fresh coconut milk
• 1 large white onion (chopped)
• 2 ripe tomatoes (chopped)
• 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon turmeric (optional, for color)
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped

Step-by-step preparation

1. Prepare the fish
   • Wash and cut fish fillets into medium portions.
   • Season with salt, pepper, and cumin.
2. Make the sauce
   • Heat oil in a large skillet.
   • Sauté onion, garlic, tomato, and bell pepper for 5 minutes.
3. Add coconut milk
   • Pour coconut milk into the skillet.
   • Add turmeric if you want a richer color.
   • Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.
4. Cook the fish
   • Add fish fillets to the sauce.
   • Cook for 15 minutes until fish is tender and sauce thickens.
5. Serve
   • Serve fish in coconut milk hot.
   • Garnish with fresh cilantro.
   • Pair with coconut rice, fried plantains, or boiled yucca.

Fish in Coconut Milk is more than just a recipe—it’s tradition, freshness, and flavor in every bite. At our catering service, we prepare it with dedication so you can enjoy an authentic experience. So next time you’re searching for food near me or exploring different restaurants near me, remember that here you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me and the diversity of a peruvian restaurant near me. Let fish in coconut milk win you over and taste the true flavor of the Caribbean.