FISH-HEAD CURRY

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A unique blend of multiple spices gives this signature Singapore curry dish its fiery flavor. Adapted for the home cook fromMuthu's Restaurant.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon fenugreek
10 cloves garlic
2 onions, chopped
1/8 ounce ginger
4 tomatoes, chopped
10 curry leaves
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/2 tablespoons ground fennel
1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 ounce tamarind pulp, soaked in water
1 1/4 cups coconut milk
Coarse salt
1 medium red snapper or sea bream fish head
White rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in medium saucepan over high heat. Add fennel, cumin, and fenugreek. Stir in garlic, onions, and ginger; cook, stirring, until golden brown. Add tomatoes and curry leaves; reduce heat and let simmer for 2 hours.
  • Add chili powder, ground fennel, cumin, and turmeric; stir to combine. Add soaked tamarind and bring to a boil; reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 45 minutes.
  • Add coconut milk and stir to combine. Using an immersion blender, blend mixture until smooth. Season with salt and add fish; cook until fish is cooked through, about 15 minutes. Serve immediately with white rice.

asdul islam
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This fish head curry is a must-try for any seafood lover. The curry is packed with flavor and the fish is cooked to perfection.


Chandan Kamet
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This curry is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves fish curry.


Raja
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I love this recipe! The fish head curry is always a hit with my friends and family. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Hassnain khoja
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fish heads. The curry is flavorful and the fish is cooked perfectly. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family.


Shirley Houston
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This fish head curry is the best I've ever had. The flavors are incredible and the fish is cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Biplop Raj
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I was really excited to try this recipe but I was disappointed. The curry was bland and the fish was dry. I won't be making this again.


Lovely Rahman456
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This recipe is a keeper! The fish head curry is so delicious and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Hasan Howlader
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I've made this fish head curry several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover fish heads and it's also very affordable.


MulTeA Da skinny
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This fish head curry is a must-try for any seafood lover. The curry is packed with flavor and the fish is cooked to perfection.


Elio Rios
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a disaster. The curry was too spicy and the fish was overcooked. I won't be making this again.


Jason C
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This curry is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves fish curry.


Elisha aka Melissa Paterson
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I love this recipe! The fish head curry is always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make. I usually add some extra vegetables to the curry, like potatoes and carrots.


Amrick Christian
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This fish head curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. The curry is flavorful and aromatic, and the fish is cooked perfectly. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family.