Thai-Style Tilapia

A very easy yet really interesting way to prepare this fish. Tilapia
fillets are simmered in a seasoned coconut milk sauce for a luxurious flavor.
These will look beautiful served over a bed of rice. Adjust the amount of
spice to your liking by adding more or less red pepper flakes.

Yields: 4 servings

1/2 cup coconut milk
6 whole almonds
2 tablespoons chopped white onion
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon chopped fresh lemon grass
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste

In a food processor or blender, combine the coconut milk, almonds, onion,
ginger, turmeric, lemon grass, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Process until
smooth. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Season the
fish fillets with salt and pepper on both sides, then place them skin-side up
in the skillet. Pour the pureed sauce over the fish. Use a spatula to coat the
fish evenly with the sauce. Sprinkle with red pepperflakes. Reduce heat to
medium, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, until the puree is thickened
and fish flakes easily with a fork.

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