I Asked My Mom For A Simple Goan Fish Curry Recipe, And This Is What She Gave Me | Curly Tales

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– 500g fish (pomfret, kingfish, or mackerel), cleaned and cut – 2 tbsp oil (preferably coconut oil) – 1 medium onion, finely chopped – 1 cup coconut milk – 1 small ball of tamarind (or 1 tbsp tamarind paste) – Salt to taste For the Masala Paste: – 6–7 dried red chilies (preferably Kashmiri for color) – 1 tsp cumin seeds – 1 tsp coriander seeds – 1/2 tsp turmeric powder – 4 garlic cloves – 1/2 cup grated coconut – 1 small piece of ginger

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Ingredients:

Step 1: Soak Tamarind

Soak tamarind in 1/2 cup warm water for 10 minutes. Squeeze and extract the pulp. Set aside.

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Step 2: Make the Masala Paste

Grind red chilies, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garlic, ginger, and grated coconut into a smooth paste using a little water.

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Step 3: Sauté Onions

Heat oil in a pan. Add chopped onions and sauté till golden brown.

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Step 4: Add Masala

Add the ground masala paste to the onions. Fry for 2–3 minutes until the raw smell disappears.

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Step 5: Pour Coconut Milk

Add coconut milk and about 1 cup water (adjust for consistency). Bring it to a gentle boil.

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Step 7: Add Fish

Gently slide in the fish pieces. Cover and cook on low heat for 8–10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.

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Step 8: Final Touch

Season with salt, adjust spice or tang if needed, and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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Enjoy the rich, tangy flavors of this Goan Fish Curry with a bowl of steamed rice, perfect for a comforting coastal meal that's both easy and satisfying.

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