Slow-Cooker Lemongrass Coconut Fish Stew (Gluten-Free, Stovetop Finish)

Tender white fish gently cooked in a slow-cooker with lemongrass, coconut milk, and Asian aromatics, finished on the stovetop with fresh lime and herbs for a vibrant, gluten-free meal.

⏱️ 170 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 310 calories
Slow-Cooker Lemongrass Coconut Fish Stew (Gluten-Free, Stovetop Finish)
Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs firm white fish fillets (such as cod or halibut), cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk (full-fat)
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce (gluten-free)
  • 2 whole fresh lemongrass stalks, trimmed and smashed
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, julienned
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and sliced into thin rounds
  • 2 small baby bok choy, quartered
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 whole scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1 whole red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
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Instructions

1

In a slow-cooker, combine coconut milk, fish sauce, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, bell pepper, carrot, salt, and black pepper. Stir to mix.

⏱️ 2 minutes 🌡️ Room temperature
2

Add fish pieces and gently submerge. Cover and cook on LOW for 2.5 hours until fish is opaque and vegetables are tender.

⏱️ 150 minutes 🌡️ Low (slow-cooker)
3

Remove lemongrass stalks. Add bok choy and transfer stew to a large pot. Simmer uncovered on the stovetop over medium heat for 8 minutes, until bok choy is just tender.

⏱️ 8 minutes 🌡️ Medium
4

Stir in lime juice. Ladle into bowls and garnish with cilantro, scallions, and fresh chili if using.

⏱️ 2 minutes 🌡️ Off heat
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Nutrition Information

310
Calories
29g
Protein
9g
Carbs
19g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can slow-cook the base (without fish and bok choy) up to 1 day ahead. Add fish and bok choy just before serving to preserve texture.

Serve with steamed jasmine rice or cauliflower rice for a gluten-free option.

If fresh lemongrass is unavailable, use 1 tablespoon of lemongrass paste or 1 strip of lemon zest.

Yes, thaw the fish completely and pat dry before adding to the slow-cooker for best results.

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