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Winter Recipes - The Garden Kitchen - The University of Arizona
Winter Recipes - The Garden Kitchen - The University of Arizona

Swai with Creamy Tomato Sauce

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June 1, 2021

  • Yields: 6 servings

Ingredients

1 pound swai, cod, tilapia, Mahi Mahi or salmon fillets, skin removedsalt and pepper, to taste

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 shallot or ¼ yellow onion, finely chopped

2 fresh garlic cloves, finely chopped

2 cups Roma tomatoes, diced

2 teaspoons fresh thyme or 3 teaspoons dried¼

cup low-fat milk

½ teaspoon cornstarch

Directions

1.Wash hands well with soap and warm water. Wash produce thoroughly and chop as directed.

2.Season fish with a pinch of salt and ground pepper to taste. 3.Cook it well by grilling in a preheated, oiled grill for about 5 minutes on each side; steaming in a pot for 8-10 minutes; baking at 350°F on a baking rack for 12-18 minutes; or cooking in a preheated skillet, on medium high, with a little bit of oil for 7-10 minutes on each side.

4.For the sauce: preheat a medium saucepan, add oil, shallots and garlic. Cook on medium high until soft and fragrant, 3-5 minutes.

5.Add tomatoes and thyme. Cook on medium heat for 5 minutes.

6.In a bowl, whisk cornstarch into milk until well dissolved. Add cornstarch mixture to tomatoes, thyme and shallots, and mix until well combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

7.Continue cooking until it comes to a boil. Remove from heat.

8.Place cooked fish fillets on a plate and top with sauce.

9.Serve immediately over cooked quinoa, rice or your favorite grain.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size2.5-oz fillet and 1/4 cup of sauce
Calories97
Sodium234mg
Iron0mg
Protein12g
Cholesterol16mg
Sugar2g
Total Fat4g
Saturated Fat1g
Folate11mcg
Calcium23mg
Total Carbohydrates5g
Dietary Fiber1g