Tonight's dinner

Goan Coconut Fish Curry with Rice

Firm white fish poaches gently in a tangy coconut, tomato, and tamarind curry with a warm Goan spice profile.

  • 35 min
  • Serves 4
  • Fish

Goan Coconut Fish Curry with Rice, finished dish

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds firm white fish fillets, cut into large chunks
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon tamarind concentrate
  • 4 cups cooked basmati rice and cilantro, to serve

Steps

  1. Heat oil in a wide saucepan. Cook onion for 4 minutes, then add garlic, ginger, coriander, turmeric, and cumin for 30 seconds.
  2. Add tomatoes with their juices and simmer for 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in coconut milk, tamarind, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a gentle simmer; do not boil hard once the coconut milk is in.
  4. Slide fish into the curry in one layer. Cover loosely and cook 7 to 9 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
  5. Taste and adjust the tartness with a little more tamarind or a pinch of sugar if needed.
  6. Serve with basmati rice and cilantro.

Allergen note: Contains fish and coconut.

Use the listed quantities as a guide, adjust seasoning to taste, and cook proteins to a safe internal temperature.

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