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Pan-Fried Bream and Zesty Coriander Rice

Pan-Fried Bream and Zesty Coriander Rice

with Sticky Asian Sauce, Sugar Snaps and Charred Bok Choy
Mimi Morley
Mimi MorleyUpdated on October 22, 2023
Calories
596 kcal
Protein
31g protein
Total
35 minutes
Difficulty
Medium
Allergens:
  • Celery
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Soya
  • Fish
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

1

Coriander

1

Pak Choi

1

Lime

150

Basmati Rice

10

Vegetable Stock Paste

(Contains: Celery)

32

Sweet Chilli Sauce

25

Soy Sauce

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten, Soya)

30

Honey

7

Sesame Seeds

2

Sea Bream Fillets

(Contains: Fish)

150

Mangetout

Not included in your delivery

300

Water for the Rice

1

Water

Energy (kcal)596 kcal
Energy (kJ)2494 kJ
Fat14 g
of which saturates3 g
Carbohydrate89 g
of which sugars23 g
Protein31 g
Salt3.1 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Zester
Chopping Board
Knife
Medium Saucepan
Bowl
Grill Pan

Instructions

Get Prepped
1

Roughly chop the coriander (stalks and all). Quarter the bok choy lengthways. Zest and halve the lime.

Cook the Rice
2

Pour the cold water for the rice (see ingredients for amount) into a medium saucepan with a tight-fitting lid. Stir in the rice, the stock paste and half the coriander. Cover with the lid and bring to the boil on medium-high heat. Once boiling, turn the heat down to its lowest setting. Leave to cook for 10 mins. Remove the pan from the heat and leave for another 10 minutes. The rice will finish cooking in its own steam.

Make the Sauce
3

Meanwhile, mix the sweet chilli sauce, soy sauce, honey, sesame seeds and water (see ingredients for amount) together in a bowl. Squeeze in half the lime juice and stir together. Set aside.

Fry the Fish
4

Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat. Season the bream on each side with salt and pepper. When hot, lay the fish in your pan skin-side down and fry until golden brown, 3-4 mins. TIP: Don't move the fish during this time. Once golden, gently turn it over and cook for a further 2-3 mins. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw fish. The fish is cooked when opaque in the middle. Once cooked, transfer the fish onto a plate and cover with foil to keep warm (keep the pan).

Cook the Sauce
5

Return the (now empty) frying pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When the pan is hot, add the sugar snap peas and stir-fry, 1-2 mins. Add the bok choy (cut side down) and cook for 2-3 mins until starting to colour and soften slightly. Pour the sauce into the pan and simmer until slightly thickened, 2-3 more mins. Stir the veggies in the sauce to coat.

Finish and Serve
6

Fluff the rice and stir through the lime zest. Share between your bowls and place the fish on top. Spoon over the veggies and pour on the sauce. Sprinkle over the remaining coriander. Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many enjoyed the dish's fresh, zesty flavours, with the lime and coriander rice receiving particular praise.
  • Ease of prep: Reviewers found this recipe straightforward to follow, even those who were initially nervous about cooking fish.
  • Suggestions: Consider reducing the honey, as some found the sauce too sweet; experiment with adding sesame oil for extra depth.
  • Portions: Several customers mentioned small fish portions; consider adding an extra fillet for a more substantial meal.
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