Coconut Fish Curry

Coconut Fish Curry

Ingredients:

– 1 pound (450g) white fish fillets (such as cod, halibut, or tilapia), cut into large chunks
– 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or coconut oil
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
– 1-2 tablespoons red curry paste (adjust to your spice preference)
– 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
– 1 teaspoon ground coriander
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 cup fish or chicken broth
– 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional, for added umami)
– 1 tablespoon lime juice (plus extra lime wedges for serving)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
– Red chili flakes (optional, for garnish)
– Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions:

1. **Prepare the Curry Base:**
– Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
– Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
– Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

2. **Add the Spices and Curry Paste:**
– Add the red curry paste, ground turmeric, ground coriander, and ground cumin to the skillet. Stir well to coat the onions, garlic, and ginger with the spices. Cook for about 2 minutes to develop the flavors.

3. **Add the Liquids:**
– Pour in the coconut milk and broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

4. **Cook the Fish:**
– Gently place the fish chunks into the simmering curry sauce. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

5. **Season the Curry:**
– Stir in the fish sauce (if using) and lime juice. Taste the curry and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, and more lime juice if needed.

6. **Serve:**
– Serve the coconut fish curry over cooked rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro, red chili flakes (if using), and lime wedges on the side.

Tips:

– You can add vegetables like bell peppers, spinach, or green beans to the curry for added nutrition and flavor.
– Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of red curry paste.

Enjoy your flavorful and aromatic **Coconut Fish Curry**! It’s a comforting dish that’s sure to be a hit.