Fijian Fish Curry

Name: Fijian Fish Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Fijian
Ingredients: 500g firm white fish, cut into pieces; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 large onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 inch ginger, grated; 2 tbsp curry powder; 1 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp cumin; 2 tomatoes, diced; 1 cup coconut milk; 1 cup water; Salt to taste; Fresh cilantro for garnish

Fish Curry (fish KUH-ree)

Indo-Fijian Fish Curry

⏱ Prep Time 15 min

📈 Difficulty Medium

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 348 kcal

Fresh fish simmered in a fragrant Indo-Fijian curry sauce with tomatoes, onions, and spices. A staple of Fiji's multicultural cuisine.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 30.0g

Carbs 12.0g

Fat 20.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

gluten-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ fish

Equipment Needed

pot wooden spoon knife

Presentation Guide

Vessel: deep plate

Garnishes: fresh cilantro, chili slices

Accompaniments: steamed rice, roti

Ingredients

500g firm white fish, cut into pieces
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 large onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 inch ginger, grated
2 tbsp curry powder
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp cumin
2 tomatoes, diced
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup water
Salt to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1
Heat oil in a pot and saute onion until golden brown.
2
Add garlic and ginger, cooking for one minute.
3
Stir in curry powder, turmeric, and cumin until fragrant.
4
Add diced tomatoes and cook until they soften into a sauce.
5
Pour in coconut milk and water, bringing to a simmer.
6
Add fish pieces gently and cook for twelve minutes until flaky.
7
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with steamed rice.

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Did You Know?

Indo-Fijian cuisine blends Indian spice traditions with Pacific seafood, creating a unique fusion found nowhere else.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

pot
wooden spoon
knife

Garnishing

fresh cilantro, chili slices

Accompaniments

steamed rice, roti

The Story Behind Fijian Fish Curry

Fijian fish curry is a product of the Indo-Fijian community, descended from Indian indentured laborers who arrived in Fiji from the 1870s. They adapted their curry traditions to local Pacific ingredients, replacing river fish with ocean catch and incorporating coconut milk alongside traditional spices.

On the Calendar: Fish curry is an everyday meal in both Indo-Fijian and indigenous Fijian households. It has transcended its origins to become a national dish.

Then & Now: The dish has evolved over five generations, becoming distinctly Fijian rather than Indian. Local fish varieties, coconut cream, and Pacific chili peppers give it a character unlike any curry found on the Indian subcontinent.

Legacy: Fijian fish curry is the delicious result of cultural fusion, a dish that tells the story of Fiji's diverse population in every bite.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch, dinner, daily meals 📜 Origins: 19th century

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