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Orange Roughy with Bok Choy and Cherry Tomatoes

Bok choy is traditionally used in stir-fry dishes, but rules can be broken! This recipe incorporates the crispy white stalks and spinachlike leaves into a creamy sauce that’s accented with cherry tomatoes and served over poached fish. Elegant enough for company and easy enough to enjoy once a week.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4, 3 ounces fish and 3/4 cup sauce per serving

Ingredients

1 teaspoon canola or corn oil
1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced
4 mild fish fillets, such as orange roughy (about 4 ounces each), rinsed and patted dry
1/2 cup fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine (regular or nonalcoholic)
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 small bunch bok choy (12 to 16 ounces)
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons water
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream, at room temperature

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the onion for about 3 minutes, or until soft, stirring occasionally.

    Step 2

    Add the fish, broth, wine, and pepper to the skillet. Bring to a simmer, still over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.

    Step 3

    Meanwhile, trim and discard the ends of the bok choy stalks. Slice the stalks crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces. Transfer to a small bowl. Cut the bok choy leaves crosswise into thin strips. Transfer to a separate small bowl. Halve the tomatoes. Add to the bok choy leaves. Set aside.

    Step 4

    Put the flour in a small bowl. Add the water, whisking to dissolve. Set aside.

    Step 5

    When the fish is done, use a slotted spatula or slotted spoon to transfer to a platter. Cover with aluminum foil to keep warm. (The fish will continue to cook slightly as it stands.)

    Step 6

    Add the bok choy stalks to the skillet. Increase the heat to medium high and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, or until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.

    Step 7

    Stir in the flour mixture. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until thick and bubbly, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low.

    Step 8

    Add the bok choy leaves and tomatoes. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the leaves are tender and the mixture cools slightly, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat (leave the stove on).

    Step 9

    Stir in the sour cream. Return to the heat and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until warmed through, stirring occasionally. Spoon over the fish.

  2. Cook’s Tip on Bok Choy

    Step 10

    To make slicing bok choy easier, stack the leaves and roll them up together, starting from a long side. Slice the roll crosswise into thin strips.

  3. nutrition information

    Step 11

    (Per Serving)

    Step 12

    Calories: 157

    Step 13

    Total Fat: 2.5g

    Step 14

    Saturated: 0.0g

    Step 15

    Trans: 0.0g

    Step 16

    Polyunsaturated: 0.5g

    Step 17

    Monounsaturated: 1.0g

    Step 18

    Cholesterol: 71mg

    Step 19

    Sodium: 149mg

    Step 20

    Carbohydrates: 11g

    Step 21

    Fiber: 2g

    Step 22

    Sugars: 5g

    Step 23

    Protein: 23g

    Step 24

    Dietary Exchanges

    Step 25

    2 Vegetable

    Step 26

    3 Very Lean Meat

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