Braised Halibut Fillets in Coconut and Lemongrass with Smoked Eggplant and Tomato Ginger Chutney
Braised Halibut Fillets in Coconut and Lemongrass with Smoked Eggplant and Tomato Ginger Chutney is a flavorful Thai Thai Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Char eggplant directly over gas flame or in broiler until blackened all over and eggplant begins to collapse, turning occasionally, about 15 minutes.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionChar eggplant directly over gas flame or in broiler until blackened all over and eggplant begins to collapse, turning occasionally, about 15 minutes.
Place eggplant in large bowl; cool 10 minutes.
Peel off skin; place eggplant flesh in strainer set over large bowl.
Press on eggplant to release juices; let drain 15 minutes.
Transfer eggplant to medium bowl; add lemon juice.
Mix Tandoori Spice Blend and vegetable oil in small bowl; add to eggplant and mash with fork to coarse puree.
Season smoked eggplant to taste with salt and pepper.
DO AHEAD: Smoked eggplant can be made 1 day ahead.
Cover and chill.
Bring to room temperature before using.
Mix diced tomato, olive oil, chopped fresh cilantro, and grated fresh ginger in small bowl; season chutney to taste with salt and pepper.
DO AHEAD: Chutney can be made 4 hours ahead.
Let stand at room temperature.
Bring unsweetened coconut milk, clam juice, and lemongrass to simmer in large skillet.
Sprinkle halibut with salt and pepper; add to skillet.
Simmer until halibut is just opaque in center, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
Spoon dollop of smoked eggplant into center of each of 4 shallow bowls.
Using slotted spatula, transfer halibut fillets to bowls; place atop eggplant.
Spoon dollop of tomato-ginger chutney alongside.
Garnish with radishes, sprouts, and microgreens, if desired.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.