Name: Authentic Goan Fish Curry Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 0.5 pound white fish, such as pomfret, cut into thin slices; Salt to taste; 0.5 cup grated coconut, fresh or desiccated (unsweetened); 5 dried red Kashmiri chilies, deseeded (for a milder flavor); 4 cloves garlic, peeled; 1.5 tablespoons coriander seeds; 4 whole peppercorns; 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric; 2 pieces kokum (dried mangosteen fruit)

Indian

Goan Fish Curry

Aug 25, 2025
by Abdul Swaniawski
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PREP TIME

15 mins
COOK TIME

20 mins
TOTAL TIME

35 mins
SERVING

4 People
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Embark on a culinary journey to the sun-kissed shores of Goa with this vibrant and aromatic fish curry. Infused with the warmth of Kashmiri chilies, the sweetness of coconut, and the tang of kokum, this dish is a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to paradise. Pair it with fluffy rice for a truly unforgettable experience.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

0.5 pound white fish, such as pomfret, cut into thin slices

Salt to taste

0.5 cup grated coconut, fresh or desiccated (unsweetened)

5 dried red Kashmiri chilies, deseeded (for a milder flavor)

4 cloves garlic, peeled

1.5 tablespoons coriander seeds

4 whole peppercorns

0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric

2 pieces kokum (dried mangosteen fruit)

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

8 g
Cholesterol

24 mg
Fiber

2 g
Protein

11 g
Saturated Fat

3 g
Sodium

78 mg
Sugar

1 g
Fat

4 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

2 mins

Season the fish slices generously with salt. (2 minutes)

02

Step

10 mins

In a mortar, combine the grated coconut, Kashmiri chilies, garlic cloves, coriander seeds, and peppercorns. Grind into a fine, fragrant paste. Alternatively, use a food processor, adding a tablespoon or two of water to aid in blending. (10 minutes)

03

Step

5 mins

Transfer the paste to a medium-sized pot. Add the ground turmeric and 1 cup of water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. (5 minutes)

04

Step

15 mins

Gently add the seasoned fish pieces to the simmering curry. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the fish is tender and flakes easily with a fork, approximately 10-15 minutes. Be careful not to overcook the fish.

05

Step

3 mins

Stir in the kokum pieces and simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing their tartness to infuse the curry. (3 minutes)

06

Step

2 mins

Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. If desired, garnish with fresh cilantro leaves before serving.

For a richer flavor, use coconut milk instead of water in step 3.
If kokum is unavailable, substitute with 1 tablespoon of tamarind paste.
Adjust the number of chilies according to your spice preference.
Serve hot with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious curry.

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