Ingredients
For the Snapper & Glaze
- 2 whole red snapper fillets (or similar white fish)
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Sea salt & black pepper to taste
For the Charred Pineapple
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
For the Spiced Rice
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups water or light broth
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tbsp finely chopped scallions
Instructions
1. Prepare the Spiced Rice
- In the Platinum skillet, combine rice, liquid, turmeric, cumin, and bay leaf.
- Cover and cook on low heat until tender (about 15 minutes).
- Fluff and fold in scallions. Set aside.
2. Create the Tamarind-Coconut Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together tamarind paste, coconut milk, honey, lime juice, garlic, ginger, and spices.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
3. Sear the Snapper
- Preheat the Platinum skillet on medium heat (no need for excess oil).
- Place fillets skin-side down and cook for 3–4 minutes.
- Flip, reduce to low heat, and pour glaze over fish.
- Cover and allow to gently simmer for 5–6 minutes until fish is tender and infused.
4. Char the Pineapple
- Push fish to one side or remove temporarily.
- Add pineapple chunks to the skillet.
- Sprinkle with brown sugar and chili flakes.
- Sear until caramelized and lightly charred.
