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Hawaiian Seared Butterfish In Coconut Ginger Broth

Name: Hawaiian Seared Butterfish In Coconut Ginger Broth
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients: 4 fillets sablefish or cod fillets, 6 oz each, dried with paper towels; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk; 0.5 cup halal chicken broth; 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, use gluten-free tamari if needed; 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced

Flaky sablefish fillets pan-seared until golden, presented in a soothing coconut milk broth infused with fresh ginger and green onions.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min

Technique to learn

Pan-Searing and Simmering

Crisping fish fillets in a hot pan to brown the surface, then briefly resting them in a delicate warm broth.

Instructions

Step 1: Season both sides of the fish fillets lightly with sea salt.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3: Place the fish fillets into the skillet and sear for 4 minutes until golden brown; carefully flip and sear for another 3 minutes, then transfer fish to a plate.

Step 4: Reduce heat to medium, add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet, and sauté the grated ginger and garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5: Pour in the coconut milk, chicken broth, and soy sauce, whisking gently to integrate the pan drippings.

Step 6: Simmer the sauce for 4 minutes until reduced slightly, rest the fish back in the warm broth for 1 minute, and top with sliced green onions before serving.

Cooking tips

Ensure the pan is fully hot before laying down the fish to prevent sticking and achieve a golden crust.
Sablefish is naturally rich in healthy fats, keeping the fillet moist even during high-heat searing.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Hawaiian; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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