PAPEETE I'A OTA (TAHITIAN FISH SALAD)

Papeete I'a Ota (Tahitian Fish Salad) image

Provided by Craig Claiborne

Categories salads and dressings, appetizer

Time 1h45m

Yield Six servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless fresh salmon fillets
1 3/4 cups freshly squeezed lime juice (approximately 14 limes)
3/4 cup coconut milk (see note and recipe)
Salt to taste, if desired
Freshly ground white pepper to taste
1 cup thinly sliced onions
1 1/2 teaspoons finely minced garlic

Steps:

Cut the salmon into one-inch, or slightly smaller, cubes. Put the cubes in a mixing bowl and add the lime juice. Refrigerate for at least one and one-half hours.
Drain the salmon and return the cubes to the bowl. Add the coconut milk, salt, pepper, onions and garlic. Stir to blend.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 320, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 541 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams