Description

Delicious and aromatic curry coconut fish parcels featuring tender tilapia fillets marinated in fragrant curry paste and desiccated coconut, baked to perfection in foil parcels. Served alongside fluffy basmati rice, sweet chilli sauce, vibrant sliced red chilli, and lightly cooked broccoli, this dish offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures with a refreshing hint of lime.

Ingredients

Scale

Fish Parcels

2 large tilapia fillets, about 125g/4½oz each
2 tsp yellow or red curry paste
2 tsp desiccated coconut
Zest and juice of 1 lime, plus lime wedges to serve
1 tsp soy sauce

Rice

140g basmati rice

To Serve

2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
1 red chilli, sliced
200g cooked thin-stemmed broccoli

Instructions

Prepare the oven and foil parcels: Heat your oven to 200C/180C fan/gas mark 6. Tear off 4 large pieces of aluminum foil, doubling them up for extra strength. Place each tilapia fillet in the center of each foil piece.
Season the fish: Spread 2 tsp of yellow or red curry paste evenly over each fish fillet. Then divide and sprinkle the desiccated coconut, lime zest and lime juice evenly over the fillets. Add 1 tsp soy sauce divided between each parcel for additional flavor.
Seal the parcels: Bring up the sides of the foil around the fish, then scrunch the edges tightly together to create two sealed parcels that will trap steam inside during cooking.
Bake the parcels: Place the foil parcels on a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until the fish is cooked through and tender.
Cook the rice: While the fish is baking, tip the basmati rice into a pan with plenty of boiling water. Boil for 12-15 minutes or until the rice is tender. Drain well to remove excess water.
Prepare to serve: Place the cooked rice on serving plates. Carefully open the foil parcels and place the curry coconut fish on top of the rice.
Add toppings and sides: Drizzle each serving with 2 tbsp of sweet chilli sauce. Scatter sliced red chilli over the dish for heat and color. Serve with cooked thin-stemmed broccoli and extra lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

Notes

Use fresh lime and good quality curry paste for best flavor.
Foil parcels create a steaming effect to keep the fish moist and flavorful.
Basmati rice pairs well by absorbing the delicious sauces.
Adjust chilli quantity according to your spice preference.
Thin-stemmed broccoli adds a nice crunchy texture and complements the spicy fish.
You can substitute tilapia with other firm white fish fillets like cod or haddock.
Ensure parcels are well sealed to lock in flavor and moisture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Fusion

Keywords: Curry fish parcels, baked fish recipe, coconut fish, foil parcel recipes, tilapia curry, easy dinner, healthy fish meal