Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
  • 1 can (400ml) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup fish stock
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 lb fresh cod fillets, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions:

  1. Place your skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the diced onion and sauté for 4–5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, turmeric, and chili flakes. Stir constantly for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the coconut milk and fish stock. Stir in the fish sauce and lime juice.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and let bubble softly for 5–7 minutes.
  5. Season the cubed cod with salt and pepper, then gently nestle the fish into the simmering liquid.
  6. Poach the fish until cooked through, stir in fresh spinach until wilted, and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.