This dish features tender rockfish fillets broiled until flaky and moist, then topped with golden toasted coconut for a sweet crunch. It is served alongside a vibrant corn relish made with sautéed garlic, green onions, bell peppers, and black olives. The combination of sweet, savory, and citrusy flavors creates a complex and satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light summer supper, this recipe balances textures beautifully. The lemon juice brightens the fish, while the relish adds a hearty, garden-fresh element. Simple to prepare yet elegant enough for entertaining, itâÂÂs a delightful way to enjoy fresh seafood.
Coconut Rockfish
Description
This dish features tender rockfish fillets broiled until flaky and moist, then topped with golden toasted coconut for a sweet crunch. It is served alongside a vibrant corn relish made with saut&# 195;©ed garlic, green onions, bell peppers, and black olives. The combination of sweet, savory, and citrusy flavors creates a complex and satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light summer supper, this recipe balances textures beautifully. The lemon juice brightens the fish, while the relish adds a hearty, garden-fresh element. Simple to prepare yet elegant enough for entertaining, itâÂÂs a delightful way to enjoy fresh seafood.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the broiler.
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In a 3-4 quart skillet over medium heat, toast the shredded coconut, stirring frequently, until golden brown (3-5 minutes).
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Remove the toasted coconut from the pan and set aside.
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In the same pan, add minced garlic, sliced green onions, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
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Sauté, stirring often, until the onions are limp (3-5 minutes).
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Add corn kernels, minced red bell pepper, sliced black olives, and 2 tablespoons of water to the pan.
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Cover and cook until the corn is tender to the bite (about 5 minutes).
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Stir in chopped parsley and keep the relish warm.
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Rinse the rockfish fillets and pat them dry with paper towels.
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Rub the fillets with lemon juice and the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil.
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Arrange the fish in a single layer in a 12x17-inch broiler pan (without the rack).
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Broil the fish about 3 inches from the heat source for 3 minutes.
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Turn the fish over and broil until opaque but still moist in the center (2-3 minutes longer).
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Transfer the cooked fish to a warm platter.
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Spoon the corn relish onto the platter.
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Sprinkle the toasted coconut over the fish.
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Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley sprigs.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 106.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10.0g16%
- Saturated Fat 8.1g41%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 11.4mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 4.6g2%
- Dietary Fiber 1.9g8%
- Sugars 1.9g
- Protein 1.0g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.