Easy Fish Molee (South Indian-Style Fish Stew With

Name: Easy Fish Molee (South Indian-Style Fish Stew With Coconut)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 basa fillets large, or any firm fleshed white fish; 1 1/4 teaspoons turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; salt to taste; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 sprig fresh curry leaves; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 2 red chillies smalls, de-seeded if you don't want much heat; 1 onion medium, sliced finely; 4 large garlic cloves sliced finely; 1 inch ginger piece sliced finely; 1 can coconut milk; 1 teaspoon white vinegar; 2 tablespoons fresh coriander sliced finely; 1 tomato diced

Servings: persons

2 basa fillets large, or any firm fleshed white fish
1 1/4 teaspoons turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon chilli powder
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 sprig fresh curry leaves
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 red chillies smalls, de-seeded if you don't want much heat
1 onion medium, sliced finely
4 large garlic cloves sliced finely
1 inch ginger piece sliced finely
1 can coconut milk
1 teaspoon white vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh coriander sliced finely
1 tomato diced

1
Cut the fish into four pieces each. Marinate with 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric, chilli powder, salt and lemon juice.
2
In the meanwhile, heat the olive oil. When hot, add the curry leaves and mustard seeds until the latter begins to pop.
3
Add the onion, garlic, ginger and chillies. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
4
Now add the remaining one teaspoon of turmeric powder. If it sticks add a bit of the coconut milk and continue to fry for about a minute.
5
Add the remaining coconut milk and tomato. Drop the heat to low and let it come to a boil slowly.
6
Now add the pieces of fish. Cover and cook until the fish is cooked through. Adjust seasoning and add the vinegar.
7
Take off the heat, add the chopped coriander and serve with steamed white rice.

285

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 basa fillets large, or any firm fleshed white fish, 1 1/4 teaspoons turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Easy Fish Molee (South Indian-Style Fish Stew With Coconut) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easy Fish Molee (South Indian-Style Fish Stew With Coconut)

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