Pan-Seared Tilapia with Cherry Tomato Sambal and Coconut Basmati Rice
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Asia with this dish, featuring pan-seared tilapia, a sweet and spicy cherry tomato sambal, and a side of fragrant coconut basmati rice. The combination of textures and flavors will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Southeast Asia. This recipe is a harmonious balance of spicy, sweet, and savory notes that will leave you craving for more.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Total Time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- medium
- Cuisine
- Asian
- asian
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- tilapia
- cherry tomato
- basmati rice
Ingredients
- 4piecestilapia fillets, seasoned with salt and pepper
- 2cupscherry tomatoes, halved
- 1cupbasmati rice, rinsed and drained
- 1cupcoconut milk, full-fat
- 2tbspsvegetable oil, divided
- 1cupshallots, thinly sliced
- 3clovesgarlic, minced
- 1inchginger, grated
- 2tbspssambal oelek, chili paste
- 1tbspfish sauce, optional
- 1tbsplime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/4cupcilantro, chopped
- to tastesalt
- to tastepepper
Nutrition
420
105 per serving
35g
70% DV
20g
29% DV
30g
10% DV
Macronutrient Breakdown
- Fiber
- 4g
% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet
Step-by-Step
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the grated ginger and cook, stirring occasionally, for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
2mmedium heat - 2
Add the rinsed basmati rice to the saucepan and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes or until the rice is coated in the oil and slightly toasted.
2mmedium heat - 3
Add the coconut milk, salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and fluffy.
15mlow heat - 4
While the rice is cooking, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes or until they are lightly browned and crispy.
4mmedium-high heat - 5
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute or until fragrant.
1mmedium-high heat - 6
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes or until they start to release their juices and soften.
4mmedium heat - 7
Add the sambal oelek, fish sauce (if using), and lime juice to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
2mmedium heat - 8
Add the seasoned tilapia fillets to the skillet and cook, flipping occasionally, for 3-4 minutes per side or until they are cooked through and flake easily with a fork.
8mmedium heat