Aromatic Maldivian Fish Curry

Name: Aromatic Maldivian Fish Curry
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Firm white fish; Lime juice; Turmeric powder; Salt; Vegetable oil; Onion; Garlic cloves; Ginger; Green chilies; Cumin seeds; Fennel seeds; Coriander powder; Chili powder; Coconut milk; Sugar; Fresh curry leaves

Delight in the rich flavors of the Maldives with this fragrant fish curry.

A traditional Maldivian fish curry featuring a medley of spices, coconut, and fresh curry leaves, offering a warm and aromatic culinary experience.

1 h 10 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Fish Marinade

Firm white fish

500g, cut into chunks

Lime juice

1 tbsp

Turmeric powder

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

For the Curry Base

Vegetable oil

2 tbsp

Onion

1 large, finely chopped

Garlic cloves

3, minced

Ginger

1-inch, grated

Green chilies

2, slit

For the Spice Blend

Cumin seeds

1 tsp

Fennel seeds

1 tsp

Coriander powder

1 tbsp

Chili powder

1 tsp

For the Coconut Milk

Coconut milk

400ml, canned or fresh

Sugar

1 tsp

Fresh curry leaves

10-12

Preparation

Marinating the Fish

Combine ingredients

In a bowl, combine fish chunks with lime juice, turmeric, and salt.

Mix well

Mix well to coat the fish evenly.

Set aside

Set aside for 20 minutes to marinate.

Preparing the Curry Base

Heat oil

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Sauté aromatics

Add onion, garlic, ginger, and green chilies; sauté until onions are translucent.

Add spice blend

Stir in the prepared spice blend and cook for 2 more minutes.

Do not over-sauté the spices, as they may lose their aroma.

Cooking Process

Toasting the Spices

Dry roast cumin and fennel seeds until fragrant, then grind to a powder.

Simmering the Curry

Add marinated fish to the sautéed onion and spice mix. Pour in coconut milk, add sugar, and curry leaves.

Finishing Touch

Simmer on low heat until the fish is cooked through and tender.

Plating & Serving