Spicy Carp Fish Curry

Dive into the bold and irresistible flavors of Spicy Carp Fish Curry, a perfect blend of aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk that will elevate your dinner game. This hearty South Asian-inspired dish features tender carp fish infused with a flavorful medley of curry powder, turmeric, and cumin, balanced by the richness of coconut milk and the tang of fresh lemon juice. The slow simmering technique ensures a depth of flavor while keeping the fish moist and succulent. Garnished with fresh coriander leaves and paired with steamed basmati rice or warm naan bread, this 30-minute curry is an authentic, comforting meal that's ideal for spice lovers and seafood enthusiasts alike. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is a must-try for its mouthwatering taste and satisfying simplicity.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 600 g Carp fish
• 3 tbsp Cooking oil
• 1 large Onion
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp Ginger
• 2 Green chili
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 2 tbsp Curry powder
• 1 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1 tsp Cumin powder
• 200 ml Coconut Milk
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 tbsp Fresh coriander leaves
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 250 ml Water

Directions

Step 1

Clean the carp fish, remove scales and cut into medium-sized pieces. Pat dry using paper towels.

Step 2

In a large pan, heat cooking oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic cloves, and ginger, and slice the green chilies.

Step 4

Add the onion to the pan and sauté until it turns golden brown.

Step 5

Add minced garlic and ginger, and sliced green chilies to the pan, sauté for 2 minutes until they are fragrant.

Step 6

Chop the tomatoes and add them to the pan. Cook until they become soft and pulpy.

Step 7

Add curry powder, turmeric powder, and cumin powder to the pan, stirring it into the onion-tomato mixture. Cook for another 2 minutes to blend the spices.

Step 8

Add the fish pieces to the pan and gently coat them with the spice mixture.

Step 9

Add coconut milk and water to the pan. Stir gently and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 10

Season with salt. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 15 minutes until the fish pieces are tender and cooked through.

Step 11

Add fresh lemon juice and sprinkle chopped coriander leaves over the curry.

Step 12

Gently stir the curry and let it simmer for another minute.

Step 13

Turn off the heat and let the curry sit for a few minutes before serving.

Step 14

Serve hot with steamed rice or naan bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1635.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1398.5

Total Fat 78.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 420mg	0%
Sodium 6822.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 32.2g
Protein 113.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 376.1mg	0%
Iron 19.7mg	0%
Potassium 3403.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.3%

Protein: 32.6%

Carbs: 17.2%