Name: Muthu's Fish Head Curry
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 large lfish head ((such as red snapper or grouper)); 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 large onion (finely chopped); 4 cloves garlic (minced); 2- inch piece ginger (grated); 2 tomatoes (diced); 2 tablespoons curry powder; 1 tablespoon chili powder ((adjust according to your spice preference)); 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 tablespoon tamarind paste; 1 cup coconut milk; 2 cups water; Salt (to taste); Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

Muthu's Fish Head Curry

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Muthu's Fish Head Curry is a popular dish known for its unique blend of flavors and rich curry sauce. It is a traditional Indian-Singaporean dish that features a tender and succulent fish head, cooked in a spicy and aromatic curry gravy. The dish typically includes various ingredients like tomatoes, onions, garlic, ginger, tamarind, and a special blend of spices. Muthu's Fish Head Curry is often served with steamed rice or bread.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Total Time 45

Servings: 1 serving

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Indian, Singaporean

Calories: 686

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Ingredients

1 large lfish head (such as red snapper or grouper)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion finely chopped
4 cloves garlic minced
2- inch piece ginger grated
2 tomatoes diced
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 tablespoon chili powder (adjust according to your spice preference)
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
1 cup coconut milk
2 cups water
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

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Method

Clean the fish head thoroughly. Set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the diced tomatoes and cook until they soften.
In a small bowl, mix together the curry powder, chili powder, turmeric powder, and tamarind paste with a little water to form a paste.
Add the curry paste to the pan and stir well to combine.
Pour in the coconut milk and water. Stir until the mixture is well blended.
Season with salt to taste.
Gently place the fish head into the curry sauce, making suresure it is fully submerged.
Cover the pan and let the curry simmer over low heat for about 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and tender.
Once cooked, garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Serve hot with steamed rice or bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 686kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 13gFat: 52gSaturated Fat: 44gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 218mgPotassium: 1901mgFiber: 14gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 4548IUVitamin C: 54mgCalcium: 237mgIron: 15mg

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