Tuna Curry Recipe

Name: Tuna Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 cup water; 1 lb tuna, in 2 inch cubes; sea salt; 1 tablespoon coconut oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 teaspoons chopped ginger; 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds; 2 tomatoes, sliced; 2 shallots, thinly sliced; 2 long green chilies, sliced in half and seeded; 1 cup coconut milk; 2 teaspoons tamarind paste, to taste

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon turmeric
1 cup water
1 lb tuna, in 2 inch cubes
sea salt
1 tablespoon coconut oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons chopped ginger
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
2 tomatoes, sliced
2 shallots, thinly sliced
2 long green chilies, sliced in half and seeded
1 cup coconut milk
2 teaspoons tamarind paste, to taste

1
In a medium saucepan mix turmeric in 1 cup water.
2
Add tuna, and season with salt.
3
Place over medium-low heat, and bring to a simmer.
4
Cook for 2 minutes, turning tuna cubes once.
5
Remove from heat.
6
Place a large saute pan over medium heat, and add oil.
7
When it shimmers, add garlic, ginger and mustard seeds.
8
Cook for 2 minutes.
9
Add tomatoes, shallots and chilies; cook for 1 minute.
10
Add tuna, about 1/3 cup of its cooking water, coconut milk, tamarind and salt to taste.
11
Stir to dissolve tamarind.
12
Simmer, covered, until sauce has blended and thickened slightly, 8 to 10 minutes.

221

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1 cup water, 1 lb tuna, in 2 inch cubes, sea salt, and more.

Yes, Tuna Curry 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!

Tuna Curry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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