Difficulty: Simple
Serves: 4 (or 2, with extra Mahi Mahi for Banh Mi sandwiches)
Nutritional Info Per Serving
Serving Size: 1 of 4 portions
Calories: 413
Total Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 19g
Carbs: 21g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 9g
Protein: 33g
Cholesterol: 104mg
Sodium: 905mg
Total Time: 35 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 1/4 pounds mahi mahi fillet, skin removed and dark portions trimmed
- 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, plus extra lime wedges for serving
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon Asian chili sauce
- 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- 1 head Boston lettuce, leaves separated
- 1 bunch watercress, tough stems discarded
- 1 Kirby cucumber, thinly sliced
- 3 scallions (green onions), thinly sliced (both white and green parts)
- 1 bell pepper (red or yellow), cored, seeded, and thinly sliced
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro or mint
- 1 handful roasted peanuts or cashews
Instructions
- Fire up your broiler to high and line a broiler pan with foil, lightly oiled for easy cleanup.
- Scoop 2 tablespoons of the thick coconut cream from the top of the can (save the rest for fluffy rice!). In a small skillet over medium heat, simmer it until glossy, about 2 minutes. Stir in the red curry paste and cook 2 more minutes until fragrant and irresistible. Slather this vibrant mixture over the mahi mahi on the pan, then broil until golden and perfectly flaky, around 15 minutes. Slice into 4 juicy portions.
- Whisk lime juice, sugar, 2 tablespoons water, and fish sauce in a bowl until the sugar melts away. Stir in chili sauce and chopped garlic for a zesty, umami-packed dressing that ties it all together.
- Build your salad masterpiece: Layer crisp lettuce leaves, peppery watercress, cool cucumber slices, snappy scallions, colorful bell peppers, fresh herbs, crunchy nuts, and lime wedges on a platter. Top with the broiled fish and generously drizzle with dressing. Dive inthis tropical-inspired salad bursts with bold Thai flavors that'll transport you to paradise with every bite!
Photo by Antonis Achiellos
Recipe adapted from Recipe Iseasy Magazine
