Goan Monkfish Curry Recipe

Time40m

Serves4

A rich and aromatic curry made with monkfish.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 1/8 lb (500 g) Monkfish fillets

1 2/3 cup (400 ml) Coconut milk

Method

Cooking Instructions

Prepare the Base

In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

Add Aromatics

Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, green chili, and curry leaves. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Cook the Spices

Add turmeric, coriander, cumin, and salt to the pan. Cook for another minute, stirring continuously.

Incorporate Tomatoes

Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften, about 5 minutes.

Add Coconut Milk

Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Cook the Monkfish

Add the monkfish fillets to the curry. Simmer for 10-12 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.

Finish with Garam Masala

Stir in garam masala and let it cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Garnish and Serve

Garnish with fresh coriander before serving hot with rice or bread.