Description
A flavorful and aromatic Caribbean fish curry, perfect for a warming and satisfying meal. This dish features tender white fish simmered in a rich coconut milk sauce with vibrant spices and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and minced (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 can (13.5 ounces) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1 pound firm white fish fillets (such as cod, snapper, or halibut), cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and Scotch bonnet pepper (if using). Cook for another 5-7 minutes, until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add curry powder, turmeric, and cumin. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
- Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Gently add the fish pieces to the simmering sauce. Cover and cook for 5-8 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Be careful not to overcook.
- Stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with rice or your favorite side dish.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of Scotch bonnet pepper to your preferred spice level.
- For a thicker curry, you can simmer the sauce uncovered for a few extra minutes before adding the fish.
- This curry also tastes great with shrimp or other seafood.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg