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Sumenep-Style Spiced Fish Curry

A rich and flavorful fish curry hailing from Sumenep, located on Madura Island in Indonesia. This dish combines aromatic spices with tender fish, offering a harmonious balance of heat, earthiness, and umami characteristic of East Javanese cuisine.

Intermediate
40 min
4 servings
Sumenep-Style Spiced Fish Curry

Ingredients

  • 500g fresh fish fillets (snapper, grouper, or similar), cut into chunks
  • 400ml coconut milk
  • 3 shallots, chopped (45g)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (6g)
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Method

  1. 1Clean and cut the fish (such as snapper or grouper) into manageable pieces. Set aside.
  2. 2Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Add 3 chopped shallots, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 chopped red chili; sauté until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
  3. 3Add 2 teaspoons of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and 1 diced tomato. Cook until the tomato softens and the spices release their aroma (about 5 minutes).
  4. 4Pour in 400ml of coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
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