Authentic Goan Caldin Fish Curry with Warm Goan Sannas
Experience the gentle, fragrant coastal flavors of Goa with this mildly spiced coconut and turmeric fish curry. Best paired with spongy, fermented rice sannas for a truly authentic meal.
45min
Total Time
4
Servings
Goan
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Grind the grated coconut, dried red chillies, cumin seeds, peppercorns, garlic, ginger, and turmeric with a little water into a smooth paste.
2
Heat coconut oil in a deep pan and sauté the sliced onions and green chillies until translucent.
3
Add the ground coconut paste and sauté for a few minutes until fragrant.
4
Pour in the thin coconut milk, bring to a gentle simmer, and let it cook for about 10 minutes.
5
Carefully slip in the fish fillets and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the fish is flaky and tender.
6
Reduce the heat, pour in the thick coconut milk, and simmer gently without letting it boil. Season with salt.
7
Turn off the heat and serve hot alongside warm, spongy Goan sannas.
Ingredients
500g firm white fish fillets
1.5 cups freshly grated coconut
4 dried red chillies
1 tsp cumin seeds
6 peppercorns
4 cloves garlic
1-inch piece ginger
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 medium onion, sliced
2 green chillies, slit
1 cup thin coconut milk
1 cup thick coconut milk
2 tbsp coconut oil
Salt to taste
Warm Goan sannas for serving
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.