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Burmese Fish Curry with Okra and Tomatoes

A flavorful and tangy Burmese fish curry cooked with okra, tomatoes, and aromatic spices in a rich sauce. Best served with rice.

40m4 servings
Contains fishEGG-free
450 cal|40g protein|25g carbs|20g fat|8g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 680 g Fish Fillets
  • about 450 g Okra
  • 2 cups Diced Tomatoes
  • 1 large Onion
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Ginger
  • 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Chili Powder
  • 2 tbsp Fish Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 0.25 cup Cilantro

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Place a 30.48 cm skillet or large pot over medium heat (176.7°C / 175°C). Add the 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
  2. 2Add the 1 large chopped onion to the hot oil and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and looks translucent.
  3. 3Add the 4 cloves of minced garlic and the 1 tablespoon of grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until you can smell their fragrance.
  4. 4Stir in the 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder and the 0.5 teaspoon of chili powder. Continue stirring constantly for 1 minute to toast the spices.
  5. 5Add the 2 cups of diced tomatoes and the about 450 g of okra to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly.
  6. 6Carefully place the about 680 g of fish fillets into the skillet. Pour in the 2 tablespoons of fish sauce and the 2 tablespoons of lime juice. Stir gently to coat the fish.
  7. 7Bring the liquid in the skillet to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily when tested with a fork. The internal temperature of the fish should reach 63°C.
  8. 8Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the 0.25 cup of chopped cilantro. Serve the Burmese fish curry hot with rice.

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