India Fish Moolie (Fish Stew)
Fish moolie is a spicy fish dish from the Kerala region of India. It features coconut milk and a characteristically Indian combination of spices. Coconut milk brings out the subtle flavors of the spices and its natural creaminess lends a gentle texture to the dish. Serve this South Asian stew with basmati rice and mango or peach chutney.
Recipe Servings: 4
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
25 minutes
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Kosher
Halal
Ingredients
- 1 tsp (5 ml) turmeric
- 1½ tsp (7.5 ml) salt, divided
- 1 lb (453 g) fish fillet
- 2 Tbsp (30 ml) coconut oil
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) mustard seeds
- 2 Tbsp (30 ml) chopped garlic
- 2 Tbsp (30 ml) chopped fresh ginger
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 1 large tomato, chopped
- 1 Tbsp (15 ml) fresh lime juice
- 1 Tbsp (15 ml) curry powder
- 1½ cups (350 ml) coconut milk
- ½ cup (120 ml) water
Directions
- Rub turmeric and ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt onto the fish fillets.
- In a large pan, heat coconut oil on high.
- Add mustard seeds and fry until they pop.
- Add garlic, ginger, onion, tomato, and lime juice. Fry for 3 minutes.
- Add curry powder and reduce heat to medium-low.
- Add coconut milk and water. Simmer for 4–5 minutes, until mixture thickens.
- Add seasoned fish fillets and simmer for 3–4 minutes until cooked. (Do not overcook fish or it will get rubbery.)
- Serve with basmati rice.
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