KARI IKAN (MALAYSIAN FISH CURRY)

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if okras are not your thing replace them with green beans. Malaysian fish curry powder can be bought from Asian supermarkets. (note: i didn't strictly follow every step. adjust measurements to your own taste :)

Provided by Fuji7671

Categories     Curries

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 garlic cloves
1 medium onion
3 tablespoons fish curry powder
3 tablespoons dried tamarind
560 ml water (2 1/4 cups)
4 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
1/4 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1 stalk curry leaf
2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
500 g grouper (or trevally, black pomfret)
10 okra, stalk ends removed
2 green chilies, halved lengthwise
125 ml coconut milk
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • process garlic and onion to a smooth paste in a spice blender, adding a little oil if needed to keep the mixture turning,set aside.
  • mix curry powder with 4 tbsp water to form a paste,set aside.
  • soak tamarind pulp in 500ml (2 cups) of water for 5 minutes, then squeeze and strain to obtain juiceset aside.
  • heat oil in a wide saucepan,add mustard seeds, fenugreek, cumin and curry leaves. fry until mustard seeds start to pop (around 30 seconds)add the garlic onion paste, stir fry over low heat until mixture smells fragrant and starts to brown (about 5 minutes).
  • add curry paste and cook over low heat until dry and oil starts to separate (8 to 10 minutes).add tamarind juice and bring to a boil.
  • add fish and okras, tomatoes, chillies, coconut milk, salt. simmer gently about 10 minutes (or until fish and okras are cooked through).

Ifoma blessing
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This dish is a masterpiece! The curry is rich and flavorful, and the fish is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Bakang Molefe
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This is the best fish curry I've ever had! The flavors are incredible and the fish is so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Bidhan Thapa
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Wow! This Malaysian fish curry is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the fish is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Jermaine Patterson
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This recipe is a keeper! The curry is so flavorful and complex, and the fish is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Samjhana Adhikari
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Absolutely delicious! The curry was so flavorful and creamy, and the fish was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.


MD Sipon Raj
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This dish is a must-try for any fan of Malaysian cuisine. The curry is rich and flavorful, and the fish is cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend this recipe.


sunny robiul
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook fish. This recipe definitely fits the bill! The curry is flavorful and complex, and the fish is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Shaneva Malone
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the leftovers are even better the next day.


Silas Winking
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I made this curry for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up. The sauce is so flavorful and the fish is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Leago Chidi
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the ingredients are easy to find. The end result is a delicious and authentic Malaysian fish curry.


Fhurba Dhorje
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I'm not a huge fan of fish, but this curry changed my mind! The sauce is so delicious that it made even the fish taste amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new and exciting way to cook fish.


mumraiz khan
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the curry. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Lethu Cele
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly! The fish was cooked through but still flaky, and the sauce was thick and flavorful. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves fish curry.


Abdullah Shahid
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This is the best fish curry I've ever had! The flavors are so complex and well-balanced. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Atiya Islam
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I love that this recipe uses common ingredients that I already had in my pantry. It was so easy to make and the end result was restaurant-quality.


Kalia Georgiev
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This Malaysian fish curry is a flavor explosion! The combination of spices and coconut milk creates a rich, creamy, and slightly spicy sauce that perfectly complements the tender fish. I served it over jasmine rice and it was an absolute hit.