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Coconut Lime Fish Curry with Jasmine Rice

Coconut Lime Fish Curry with Jasmine Rice to Wow Your Tastebuds

This Coconut Lime Fish Curry with Jasmine Rice is a vibrant, comforting dish that delivers a burst of flavor and impresses any dinner guest.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Tropical
Keyword: Coconut Lime Fish Curry, comfort food, Healthy Dinner, Jasmine Rice, Quick Meal
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large pan
  • spatula

Ingredients

Coconut Lime Fish Curry Ingredients

  • 1 lb white fish fillets choose cod, tilapia, or snapper
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil or olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 1-2 pieces green chilies, slit adjust heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce or soy sauce
  • 1 pieces juice and zest of lime
  • to taste salt
  • for garnish fresh cilantro leaves

Jasmine Rice Ingredients

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups water or fish stock

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions for Coconut Lime Fish Curry with Jasmine Rice

  • Rinse the jasmine rice under cold running water until the water is clear, then set aside to drain.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed jasmine rice and 2 cups of water or fish stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil over medium heat, then sauté the finely chopped onion for 5 minutes until translucent.
  • Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chilies to the pan, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  • Sprinkle in the ground turmeric, cumin, and coriander powder, toasting for about 1 minute until aromatic.
  • Pour in 1 cup of coconut milk, stirring to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add fish sauce or soy sauce, lime juice, and lime zest, adjusting salt as needed, and let simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  • Gently add the white fish fillets, cooking for 5-8 minutes until the fish is opaque and flaky.
  • Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves. Serve over warm jasmine rice with extra lime wedges.

Notes

For best results, choose fresh white fish fillets, adjust spice level, and don't forget to garnish generously with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg