Spicy Kerala Fish Curry with Steamed Basmati Rice and Coconut Sautéed Green Beans
Tips for Experienced Cooks
For enhanced flavors, consider marinating the fish with some spices and a bit of lemon juice for approximately 30 minutes before cooking. Use fresh spices by toasting and grinding them yourself for the most aromatic and rich taste. Also, layering the cooking times by starting with the longer-cooking items will ensure all elements are perfectly done simultaneously. Lastly, using homemade coconut milk can add an extra creaminess and depth.
Step 1: Prepare the Rice
Cook the basmati rice according to package instructions.
- 2 cups basmati rice
Step 2: Sauté the Green Beans
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable or coconut oil over medium-high heat. Add the green beans and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until tender-crisp. Add the coconut milk and sauté for 2-3 minutes more until the beans are coated. Transfer to a serving bowl.
- 1 tablespoon vegetable or coconut oil
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
Step 3: Make the Spicy Fish Curry
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- 1 tablespoon vegetable or coconut oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
Add the ground coriander, cumin, chili powder, turmeric, black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine and cook for 1 minute.
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Add the fish, coconut milk, and green chili. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, until the fish is cooked through.
- 1.5 pounds firm white fish, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 green chili, sliced
Stir in the chopped cilantro.
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Step 4: Serve
Serve the spicy fish curry over the steamed basmati rice, with the coconut sautéed green beans on the side. Garnish with lime wedges.
Meat, Eggs, & Dairy
- 1 1/2 pounds firm white fish
- 1 cup coconut milk
Fresh Produce & Herbs
- 1 pound green beans
- 1 medium onion
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- 1 green chili green chili
- 1 lime lime
Seasonings & Spices
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
Pantry Items
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil