Flans of Steamed Cod with Green Curry, Khmer Style

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. fresh cod fish, cut into small pieces
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 tbsp. green curry paste
• 1 tsp. fish sauce
• 1 tbsp. palm sugar
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 3 eggs
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, combine the coconut milk, green curry paste, fish sauce, palm sugar, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Add the cod fish pieces to the skillet and cook until the fish is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and heavy cream together until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Preheat the oven to 350F. Grease 6 ramekins with cooking spray.
5. Place a spoonful of the cooked cod and sauce into each ramekin.
6. Pour the egg mixture over the cod in each ramekin.
7. Place the ramekins in a baking dish and pour hot water into the dish to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the flans are set and golden brown on top.
9. Remove from the oven and let the flans cool for a few minutes before serving.
10. Sprinkle with fresh basil and cilantro leaves before serving.

Verdict:

The combination of the delicate steamed cod fish with the spicy green curry sauce and the creamy egg flans makes for a unique and delicious dish that will impress your guests.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve the flans of steamed cod with green curry, Khmer style, as an appetizer or main course with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.