Kerala Fish Curry with Coconut Milk
Kerala Fish Curry with Coconut Milk is a traditional South Indian dish prepared by simmering fish in a spiced coconut milk sauce.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Fish (cleaned and cut into pieces) | 800 | Grams |
| Coconut Milk (thick) | 400 | Milliliters |
| Coconut Oil | 3 | Tbsp |
| Shallots (sliced) | 10 | Count |
| Garlic (minced) | 5 | Clove |
| Ginger (grated) | 1 | Inch |
| Green Chili (slit) | 3 | Count |
| Curry Leaves | 2 | Bunch |
| Turmeric Powder | 1 | Tsp |
| Red Chili Powder | 2 | Tsp |
| Coriander Powder | 2 | Tsp |
| Tamarind (soaked in warm water) | 1 | Tbsp |
| Salt (or to taste) | 1 | Tsp |
| Water | 200 | Milliliters |
Instructions
- Heat coconut oil in a pan and add sliced shallots. Sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Add minced garlic, grated ginger, slit green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.
- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder. Sauté for another minute until the raw smell of spices disappears.
- Add the soaked tamarind water, salt, and 200 milliliters of water. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add the fish pieces to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes on medium heat until the fish is cooked through.
- Reduce the heat and add the thick coconut milk. Simmer for 2-3 minutes without boiling.
- Adjust salt to taste and remove from heat. Let the curry rest for a few minutes before serving.
Prep
- Soak tamarind in warm water for 15 minutes before cooking.
Kitchen equipment
Coconut Grater or Blender For Coconut MilkClay Pot or Heavy-bottomed Pan