Thai-Style Sea Bass with Tom Yum Sauce
A flavorful and healthy Thai-inspired dish featuring succulent sea bass in a tangy Tom Yum sauce.
Ingredients
- ●4 Sea Bass FilletsFresh and sustainable
- ●2 tablespoons Tom Yum Soup PasteAvailable in most Asian grocery stores
- ●1 can Coconut MilkFull-fat for rich flavor
- ●1 tablespoon Fish SauceAdjust to taste
- ●2 tablespoons Lime JuiceFreshly squeezed
- ●1 tablespoon Brown SugarOptional for sweetness
- ●1/4 cup Thai BasilChopped fresh
- ●1-inch piece GingerGrated fresh
- ●1-2 Red ChiliOptional for heat
- ●to taste Salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Season the sea bass fillets with salt and set aside.
- 3
In a blender or food processor, combine Tom Yum soup paste, coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, Thai basil, ginger, and red chili (if using). Blend until smooth.
- 4
Transfer the sauce to a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 5
Reduce heat to low and let sauce simmer for 5 minutes.
- 6
Meanwhile, heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- 7
Add the sea bass fillets and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- 8
Transfer the sea bass to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes.
- 9
Serve the sea bass with the Tom Yum sauce spooned over the top.
- 10
Garnish with additional Thai basil and serve immediately.