Coconut Curry Haddock Dish

Ingredients and Weight:

• Haddock fillets: 8 pieces (each piece about 150 grams)
• Coconut milk: 1 can (about 400 ml)
• Red curry paste: 3-4 tablespoons
• Fresh or frozen green beans: 200 grams
• Red bell peppers: 1 (sliced into thin strips)
• Thai basil leaves: a few sprigs (optional)
• Garlic: 3 cloves (chopped)
• Salt and sugar: to taste
• Vegetable oil: for frying

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 15 minutes
• Cooking: 30-40 minutes
• Total: 45-55 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large frying pan or skillet, heat the vegetable oil and fry the garlic until fragrant.
2. Add the red bell peppers and green beans, and stir-fry for a few minutes.
3. Place the haddock fillets in the pan and season with salt and sugar.
4. In a separate pot, bring the coconut milk to a boil and add the red curry paste. Mix well and let it simmer for a few minutes.
5. Pour the coconut curry mixture over the haddock and vegetables. Add the Thai basil leaves, if using.
6. Cover the pan and let it cook for about 20-30 minutes or until the haddock is cooked through and the flavors are well combined.
7. Serve hot with steamed rice or as a main dish with your choice of side dishes.

Nutritional Information: (per serving)

• Calories: About 350-400 calories per serving (depending on the amount of oil used for frying)
• Protein: 25-30 grams
• Fat: 20-25 grams (including saturated fat)
• Carbohydrates: 15-20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• A fusion of Asian flavors with a rich coconut curry and haddock, creating a creamy and flavorful dish.
• The dish has a rich texture due to the coconut milk and curry paste combination.
• The use of green beans and red bell peppers adds a pop of color and texture to the dish.

User Comments:

1. "The flavor combination was amazing! The haddock was cooked perfectly and the coconut curry was rich and creamy."
2. "I added some shrimp into the dish, which made it even more delicious."
3. "I used less red curry paste to make it more mild, still tasted great!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh ingredients to enhance the flavor of the dish.
• Adjust the amount of red curry paste according to your preference for spiciness.
• If you want to make it more hearty, you can add some seafood like shrimp or fish into the dish during the last 10 minutes of cooking.