Fish curry with spinach
Delight your taste buds with this flavorful Fish Curry with Spinach recipe. Made with tender white fish, fresh spinach, juicy tomatoes, and a bold curry paste, this dish is both healthy and satisfying. A burst of lime juice and a touch of fish sauce elevate the savory flavors, while Chinese peas and black pepper add extra texture and seasoning. Perfect for a nutritious and delicious meal!
Cook time 20 min
Prep time 15 min
Ingredients:
2 tsp olive oil1 red onion
2 tbsp curry paste
1/3 cup lime juice
1 lb tomatoes
2 tbsp fish sauce
1 lb white fish
1 cup chinese peas
4 cups spinach
1 tsp black pepper
Fish curry with spinach is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines the rich flavors of curry paste, fresh vegetables, and tender white fish. It's not only easy to make but also packed with essential nutrients, making it a perfect meal for a health-conscious individual or family.
Instructions:
- Finely chop the red onion.
- Chop the tomatoes.
- Cut the white fish into bite-sized pieces.
- Roughly chop the spinach.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped red onion to the skillet and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until it becomes translucent and starts to brown slightly.
- Stir in the curry paste and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the spices to become fragrant.
- Pour in the lime juice and add the chopped tomatoes. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the tomatoes start to break down and create a sauce.
- Stir in the fish sauce and mix well.
- Gently fold in the pieces of white fish and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and cooked through.
- Add the Chinese peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Finally, stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
- Season with black pepper to taste.
- Serve the fish curry hot, accompanied by steamed rice or flatbreads, if desired.
Tips:
- For a deeper flavor, marinate the fish in a little bit of lime juice and black pepper before cooking.
- You can use any white fish such as cod, haddock, or tilapia for this recipe.
- If you prefer a spicier curry, choose a hot curry paste or add some chopped chili peppers.
- Serve the curry over a bed of rice or with warm naan bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- You can substitute fresh tomatoes with canned diced tomatoes if fresh ones are not available.
Fish curry with spinach is a versatile and flavorful dish that can be easily adjusted to suit your taste preferences. With its vibrant colors and aromatic spices, it's sure to become a favorite in your meal rotation. Enjoy the hearty, wholesome goodness of this dish with your loved ones.
Nutrition per serving
4 ServingsCalories 220kcal
Protein 24g
Carbohydrates 13g
Fiber 3.44g
Sugar 7g
Fat 9g
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