KARI IKAN (MALAYSIAN FISH CURRY)

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Kari Ikan (malaysian Fish Curry) image

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).

tania siddika
[email protected]

This curry was a bit too spicy for me, but it was still very flavorful. I would recommend using less chili peppers if you don't like spicy food.


Kasie Newsam
[email protected]

I made this curry for my friends and they all loved it! The curry was creamy and flavorful, and the fish was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make fish curry.


Aqib Tanoli
[email protected]

This curry was amazing! The flavors were so complex and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make fish curry.


Obumyoli Mpongoma
[email protected]

I'm so glad I found this recipe! This fish curry is now my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's so flavorful and delicious, and it's always a hit with my family.


Shane Taylor
[email protected]

This is one of the best fish curries I've ever had. The flavors are amazing and the fish is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Stella Nwankwo
[email protected]

I made this curry for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The curry was creamy and flavorful, and the fish was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make fish curry.


Mir Shakib Ahmed Takrim
[email protected]

This was such a great recipe! The curry was rich and flavorful, and the fish was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Ryder Lambert
[email protected]

I've made this curry several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are amazing and the fish is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Chiriseri Dayana
[email protected]

This dish was a hit with my family! The curry was creamy and flavorful, and the fish was cooked perfectly. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make fish curry.


ABID SAGAR
[email protected]

I'm not usually a fan of fish curry, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation.


Jenterri More
[email protected]

This fish curry is absolutely delicious! The flavors are so well-balanced and the fish is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.