Coconut Fish Curry Recipe | How to Make 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.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and bell peppers, cooking until tomatoes soften.

Sprinkle in curry powder and stir to coat the vegetables.

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

Add fish fillets gently into the pot, cooking until they are opaque and flaky.

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

Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

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