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Ingredients
- 500g fish fillet (cod, salmon, or other of your choice)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (or to taste)
- 400ml coconut milk
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh dill or chopped coriander for garnish
Instructions
- 1Start by preparing the fish. Cut it into suitable pieces and season with salt and a little turmeric powder. Set aside.
- 2In a large pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and lightly golden.
- 3Add the chopped garlic and grated ginger to the onion and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- 4Add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, and chili powder. Mix well to coat the onion and aromatics with the spices.
- 5Add the fish pieces to the pan and mix well to coat them with the spice mixture.
- 6Pour the coconut milk over the fish and spice mixture. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10-15 minutes or until the fish is cooked and the sauce thickens.
- 7Adjust taste with salt and pepper, as needed.
- 8Serve Caldeen with basmati rice, roti, or papadums. Garnish with fresh dill or chopped coriander.
Tip
This is a basic recipe for Fish Caldeen, but you can adapt the ingredients and spices according to your preferences. Or you can replace the fish with chicken, shrimp, or seafood, if desired.
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