Striped Bass with Lime Broth
Striped Bass with Lime Broth is a flavorful Thai Thai Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Toast coriander, cardamom, and curry paste in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring, until spices are fragrant and curry paste begins to caramelize, about 2 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 perfectionToast coriander, cardamom, and curry paste in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring, until spices are fragrant and curry paste begins to caramelize, about 2 minutes.
Add cilantro stems, kaffir lime leaves, fish sauce, and 1 cup water.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer gently until flavors meld, 8-10 minutes.
Strain broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a large heatproof measuring cup; discard solids.
Let cool, then stir in lime juice; season with kosher salt and more lime juice, if desired.
Meanwhile, using a sharp knife, cut all peel and white pith from grapefruit; discard.
Working over a small bowl, cut between membranes to release segments into bowl; discard membranes.
Repeat with lime.
Heat vegetable oil in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
Season fish with salt and pepper.
Cook fillets, skin side down, 1 minute, then firmly press down with a fish spatula to ensure even browning and crispiness.
Continue cooking until skin is golden brown and fish is mostly cooked through, about 4 minutes; carefully turn fish and sauté until just cooked through, about 1 minute longer.
Divide lime broth and fish among shallow bowls.
Scatter citrus segments, cilantro leaves, and mint and basil over; drizzle with olive oil and season with sea salt.
DO AHEAD: Broth can be made 1 day ahead (do not add lime juice).
Cover and chill.
Bring to room temperature and add lime juice just before serving.
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.