🐟 Spicy Coconut Tamarind Fish Curry 🥥🔥
A fiery and tangy fish curry simmered in creamy coconut milk with the bold kick of chilies and the irresistible tang of tamarind. This rich, soul-warming dish is bursting with flavor and perfect for seafood lovers who crave depth and spice.
🍽️ Servings: 4
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 mins
🔥 Cook Time: 25 mins
⭐ Total Time: 40 mins
📝 Ingredients
🐟 For the Curry:
500g (1 lb) white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, snapper, or halibut), cut into large chunks
1 can (400ml) full-fat coconut milk
1 tbsp tamarind paste (or tamarind pulp soaked and strained)
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
2 green or red chilies, sliced (adjust to taste)
1 tbsp curry powder or a blend of coriander, cumin, and turmeric
1 tsp chili powder or paprika
1/2 tsp ground turmeric (for extra color and warmth)
1 tbsp tomato paste (optional, for richness and depth)
1 tbsp oil (coconut or vegetable oil)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro or curry leaves for garnish
Lime wedges for serving
👨🍳 Instructions
✅ Prepare the Curry Base:
Heat oil in a large pan or pot over medium heat.
Sauté onions for 3–4 minutes until soft and golden.
Add garlic, ginger, and sliced chilies. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the curry powder, chili powder, turmeric, and tomato paste (if using). Cook for another minute to release the flavors.
🍲 Simmer the Sauce:
Pour in the coconut milk and stir well. Add tamarind paste and mix until combined.
Bring to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5–6 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Taste and adjust salt or spice level.
🐟 Add the Fish:
Gently add fish chunks into the sauce and simmer for 8–10 minutes, or until the fish is tender and cooked through.
Avoid over-stirring to keep the fish pieces whole and flaky.
🌿 Finish:
Garnish with fresh cilantro or curry leaves and a few extra chili slices if desired. Serve hot with steamed rice or warm flatbreads.
🌟 Bold, Creamy, and Tangy — A Flavor Explosion in Every Bite
✅ Rich coconut base with bold spices
✅ Tamarind adds a perfect tangy contrast
✅ Quick, nourishing, and deeply satisfying
✅ Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free
📌 Save this recipe and spice up your next seafood dinner.
Comforting, exotic, and full of personality — this dish brings restaurant-quality flavor straight to your kitchen.
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