Solomon Islands Fish and Taro in Coconut Milk
A comforting and flavorful main dish featuring tender fish and starchy taro cooked in a rich coconut milk broth, seasoned with aromatic ginger, garlic, and onion. This dish highlights the staple ingredients of the Solomon Islands.
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g Firm white fish fillets(such as snapper or mahi-mahi, cut into chunks)
- 2 large Taro roots(peeled and diced into bite-sized chunks)
- 400 ml Coconut milk(full-fat)
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 tbsp Ginger(freshly grated)
- 2 tbsp Cooking oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- for garnish Fresh cilantro or parsley
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare the taro: Peel and dice the taro roots into bite-sized chunks. Rinse them under cold water and boil in salted water until tender, about 20-25 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the fish: Season the fish chunks with salt and pepper.
- 3
Sauté aromatics: In a large pan or pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add coconut milk: Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 5
Cook the fish: Carefully add the seasoned fish chunks to the simmering coconut milk. Simmer gently until the fish is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Be cautious not to overcook.
- 6
Combine with taro: Gently fold in the boiled taro chunks into the pot. Let it simmer for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the taro to absorb the flavors.
- 7
Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- 8
Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley and serve hot, either on its own or with steamed rice.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the taro is cooked until tender but not mushy.
- ✓Use fresh fish for the best flavor.
- ✓Adjust the amount of ginger and garlic to your preference.
🔄 Variations
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for a touch of heat.
- Some variations may include other vegetables like spinach or pumpkin.