Cape Malay Fish Curry
A mild, fragrant fish curry with tomato, ginger and a spoon of apricot jam for gentle sweetness.
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.27 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Cook the rice following the packet instructions. Keep warm.
- 2
Heat the oil in a wide pan over a medium heat. Fry the onions for 8 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute.
8 min - 3
Add the curry powder, turmeric, cumin and cinnamon. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Pour in the tomatoes, jam and water. Simmer for 12 minutes until thick.
12 min - 5
Slide in the fish, spoon the sauce over it and cook gently for 6 to 8 minutes, until it flakes. Do not stir hard or it will break up.
7 min - 6
Add the lemon juice, taste and season. Scatter with coriander and serve with the rice.
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