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Coconut Fish Curry

Cultural Context

Coconut Fish Curry is a vibrant dish from Vanuatu, reflecting the island's rich culinary heritage that emphasizes fresh seafood and tropical ingredients. Traditionally enjoyed during communal meals and celebrations, this dish showcases the use of coconut milk, a staple in Melanesian cooking. Today, variations of coconut fish curry can be found in many coastal regions around the world, each adapting local flavors and ingredients.

MelanesianVUmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb colossal shrimp
1 tsp old bay seasoning
1/2 tsp all purpose seasoning
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp green seasoning
1 can coconut milk
1/2 cup diced onions
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
2 tbsp minced garlic
1 diced chili pepper
1 tbsp curry powder
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp geera/cumin
1 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp seasoned salt
1 tsp bouillon
1 tsp complete seasoning
1/2 tsp black pepper
fresh scallions & parsley for garnish
2 lbs rock fish
1 tsp fish seasoning
1 tsp salt
1 tsp old bay seasoning
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp green seasoning
cornstarch or flour

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.

1

Season the colossal shrimp with old bay seasoning, all purpose seasoning, and black pepper.

2

Add green seasoning to the shrimp and mix well.

3

In a pot, combine coconut milk, diced onions, cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, and diced chili pepper.

4

Stir in curry powder, turmeric, geera/cumin, garam masala, green seasoning, seasoned salt, bouillon, and complete seasoning.

5

Add the seasoned shrimp to the pot and cook until done.

6

Coat the rock fish with fish seasoning, salt, old bay seasoning, black pepper, and green seasoning.

7

Coat the fish with cornstarch or flour.

8

In the same pot, add the rock fish and cook until done.

9

Garnish with fresh scallions and parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

dairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

fishcoconut

Also Known As

Fish Curry with Coconut MilkCoconut Curry Fish

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