
Ponzu Baked Swai Fish

In this Japanese-inspired dish, light and flaky swai—a mild white fish similar to tilapia—is baked to perfection and served with roasted shiitake mushrooms and stir-fried bok choy. A citrusy ponzu sauce brings this whole dish together in sweet and savory harmony. Enjoy another healthy yet satisfying offering from Chef Akhtar.
Total Time
40 minutes
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Ingredients per serving
1
Lemongrass
0.03 oz1
Tamarind Paste
0.23 oz1
Kombu Seaweed (Dashi)
0.06 oz1
Gluten-Free Tamari Sauce
1.55 tsp1
Agave Syrup
0.19 tsp1
Lime Juice
0.19 tsp1
Rice Wine (Mirin)
2.07 tbsp1
Fish Base (Dashi)
0.16 oz1
Water
0.26 cup1
Ground Black Pepper
0.01 ozPreparation
1. Prepare Ponzu Sauce
Combine lemongrass, tamarind paste, kombu seaweed, tamari sauce, agave syrup, lime juice, rice wine, fish base, and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until well combined. Remove from heat and let cool. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
2. Fish, Baked Swai
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the swai fish on a baking sheet. Drizzle with canola oil and season with ground black pepper and kosher salt.
3. Bake Swai Fish
Bake the fish in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork. Baked Cod with Roasted Shiitake Mushrooms - Veg Trim and wash the snow peas and baby bok choy. Slice the shiitake mushrooms. In a mixing bowl, toss the snow peas, baby bok choy, and shiitake mushrooms with the oil blend, lemongrass, tamarind paste, kombu seaweed, tamari sauce, agave syrup, lime juice, rice wine, fish base, and water. Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and roast in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
4. Assemble the Dish
Place the baked swai fish on a serving plate. Arrange the roasted shiitake mushrooms, snow peas, and baby bok choy around the fish. Drizzle the tamarind ponzu sauce over the fish and vegetables, or serve it on the side for dipping.
Nutritional facts
Protein
38g
Carbs
30g
Calories
30kcal
Fat
21g
Reviews
4.0
Based on 20 reviews


















