EASY COCONUT FISH CURRY RECIPE // East African Style Coconut Fish Curry // MCHUZI WA SAMAKI WA NAZI

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based option, while canned tuna is often more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, and evaporated milk is more budget-friendly.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley provides a similar flavor, while dried herbs are often less expensive.

green bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Zucchini is a healthier choice, while carrots are a cost-effective alternative.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Stir in ginger & garlic paste; cook until fragrant.

Add blended tomatoes and green chili; cook until softened.

Sprinkle in cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, curry leaves, turmeric powder, Kashmiri red chili powder, carom seeds, and coriander powder; stir to combine.

Add water and bring to a simmer.

Add white fish fillets to the pot; gently stir to coat in the sauce.

Pour in coconut milk and simmer until fish is cooked through.

Remove from heat and garnish with fresh coriander and squeeze lemon juice before serving.

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