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Thick South Indian Rice and Fish Soup

Fragrant soup with basmati rice, fish and coconut milk. Spices give the dish a characteristic Indian flavor, while coconut and lime add freshness and depth. Suitable for any types of white fish.

Total
50 min
Standard serving
612 g

Ingredients

Total 20

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Remove the seeds from the red chili pepper and chop finely. Also chop the onion, ginger, and garlic.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet. Add black mustard seeds, curry leaves, cumin, garam masala, ground chili pepper, and turmeric.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Cook for a few minutes, then add sliced chili pepper, ginger, garlic, and onion. Continue cooking over medium heat until the garlic and onion become soft.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Add basmati rice and water, bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Add the fish, coconut milk and a little water. Salt to taste. Cover with a lid and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir to break the fish into pieces.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Taste the soup and season to taste with salt and black pepper. Before serving, squeeze the lime juice and add half of the chopped cilantro.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Serve the soup in heated bowls, topped with fresh coconut flakes and remaining cilantro.

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