Thai-Style Tilapia

A very easy and really interesting way to prepare this fish. Simmered in a seasoned coconut milk sauce for a luxurious flavor, these will look beautiful served over a bed of basmati rice.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup coconut milk
• 6  whole  almonds
• 1  small  white onion, chopped
• 1  teaspoon ground ginger
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1  teaspoon fresh lemongrass, chopped
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 4 (4 ounce)  tilapia fillets
•  salt and pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (to taste)

Directions

1. In a food processor or blender, combine the coconut milk, almonds, onion, ginger, turmeric, lemon grass, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Process until smooth.
2. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper on both sides, then place them skin-side up in the skillet. Pour the pureed sauce over the fish. Use a spatula to coat the fish evenly with the sauce. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
3. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, until the puree is thickened and fish flakes easily with a fork.