Fish With Cumin Pepper Curry Recipe

Spice up your weeknight with this vibrant and flavorful Fish with Cumin Pepper Curry! This recipe is easily adaptable – use your favorite firm white fish (like halibut, cod, or snapper) for a delicious and healthy meal ready in under 30 minutes. The secret? A fragrant spice paste cooked to perfection, creating a rich and deeply aromatic curry sauce. Serve over fluffy basmati rice for a complete and satisfying dish. Get ready for a taste of culinary bliss!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 232.2 kcal
Protein 83g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fish With Cumin Pepper Curry

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How to Make Fish With Cumin Pepper Curry

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons cumin, 1 tablespoon coriander, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon garam masala, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  4. Add the spice mixture to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
  5. Pour in 1 cup fish broth and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk and the juice of 1 lime.
  8. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  9. Season 1 pound firm white fish fillets (halibut, cod, or snapper) with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  10. Gently place the fish fillets in the skillet.
  11. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time will depend on the thickness of your fish.
  12. Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately over basmati rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

3g

Carbs

1g

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