The Most Delicious Super Simple Coconut Fish Curry

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces fat content, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade curry blend

💰Cheaper: store-bought spice mix

Homemade blends can be tailored for health, while store mixes are often cheaper.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile, while dried cilantro is cost-effective.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped tomatoes and green chilies, cooking until tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes.

Sprinkle in curry powder and stir to coat the vegetables, cooking for 1-2 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.

Add fish fillets gently into the pot, cooking until they are opaque and flaky, about 5-7 minutes.

Season with lime juice, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Stir in chopped vegetables and cook until tender, about 3-5 minutes.

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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