How to Make Basa Fillets in Tomatillo Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a light and flavorful fish dish that's easy to prepare? Then you'll love this recipe for Basa Fillets in Tomatillo Sauce. Basa fish, also known as Vietnamese Catfish, is a mild and tender white fish that pairs beautifully with the tangy and slightly spicy tomatillo sauce. Whether you're a seafood lover or looking to incorporate more fish into your diet, this dish is sure to become a new favorite.

The tomatillo sauce is the star of this dish, adding a zesty and fresh flavor...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups long grain white rice
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • 3 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
  • 1 pound fresh tomatillos, husks removed
  • 3 jalapeno peppers, cut into large pieces
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tablespoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon corn oil
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1 ½ pounds swai fish
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Combine the rice, water and bouillon in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender and water has been absorbed. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a large pot, bring about 2 inches of water to a boil. Add jalapenos, and cook for 5 minutes, then add the tomatillos. Boil for 5 more minutes. Remove the tomatillos with a slotted spoon, and transfer to a blender. Add 1 clove of garlic, salt and 1 or 2 jalapenos. Puree until liquid, then taste, and blend in more jalapeno as desired. Set aside.
  • Heat the corn oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and 1 clove of garlic; cook and stir until fragrant. Add the fish fillets, and cook for about 2 minutes per side. Pour in the tomatillo sauce, and mix in the cilantro and lime juice. Simmer for a few minutes, or place under a broiler until fish flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve fish immediately on a bed of rice. Spoon sauce over the top. Enjoy with your favorite ice cold beverage. Buen Apetito!
  • Nutrition

    379 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 54mg
    • Sodium: 1416mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 650mg