INGREDIENTS
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For the rice:
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2 cups uncooked basmati rice
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 stalk lemon grass
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Vegetable oil
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1/4 cup sliced snow peas
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1/4 cup small dice carrots
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1/4 cup small dice red and yellow peppers
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1/4 cup small dice bok choy
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For the sauce:
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1 piece fresh ginger, approximately 1 inch
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3/4 cup plum wine (such as Takara brand), divided
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2 tablespoons rice vinegar
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2 tablespoons peanut oil
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4 green onions, cut into 3/8-inch slices
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1 to 2 teaspoons curry powder
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1/4 cup dry white wine
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1/2 cup fish stock, chicken stock, vegetable stock or water
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1/2 teaspoon chile flakes
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
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1 (15-ounce) can coconut milk
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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For the halibut:
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Butter for baking dish, plus 1/4 cup ( 1/2 stick), melted
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4 (6-ounce) pieces cleaned Pacific halibut fillet
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Salt and pepper
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1/4 cup chopped roasted cashews
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1/4 cup chopped roasted Georgia peanuts
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For the garnish:
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro