Tasty Tomato Ginger Fish Stew
A bright, cozy fish stew simmered with tomatoes, fresh ginger, and a splash of coconut milk. It’s weeknight-easy yet elegant enough for guests.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2.5 tbsp tomato paste
- 2.25 cup crushed tomatoes
- 2 cup fish or seafood stock
- 0.75 cup unsweetened coconut milk shake well
- 0.5 tsp granulated sugar balances acidity
- 1.25 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
- 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes adjust to heat preference
- 0.5 tsp ground turmeric optional
- 1.25 lb firm white fish fillets, cut into 2-inch pieces cod, haddock, or halibut
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 0.25 cup chopped cilantro or use parsley
- 0.25 cup sliced green onions
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Pat the fish dry, cut into chunks, and season lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Warm the olive oil in a heavy pot over medium heat.
- Soften the onion and bell pepper until translucent, about 5–6 minutes.
- Stir in the ginger and garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Toast the tomato paste, stirring, for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and stock, then whisk in coconut milk, sugar, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and turmeric.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered 10–12 minutes to meld flavors.
- Slide in the fish and simmer gently until just flaky, 6–8 minutes.
- Stir in lime juice, taste, and adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls and top with cilantro and green onions.
Notes
For a lighter stew, skip the coconut milk and add an extra 1/2 cup stock. Prefer spice? Bloom 1 tsp curry powder with the tomato paste. Serve with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the broth. Leftovers keep 2 days in the fridge; reheat gently to avoid overcooking the fish.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Tasty Tomato Ginger Fish Stew flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.