
Exotic Swordfish and Vegetable Curry
Experience a culinary voyage with this Exotic Swordfish and Vegetable Curry! This dish beautifully marries tender swordfish with a vibrant array of fresh vegetables, all enveloped in a rich, creamy coconut sauce infused with aromatic spices. Perfect for impressing guests or savoring a comforting weeknight meal, this curry reflects the diverse flavors found across coastal regions of India and Southeast Asia, where seafood and spices harmoniously coexist.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Coconut oil (2 tablespoons)
- Onion (1 medium, diced)
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Ginger (1 tablespoon, minced)
- Curry powder (2 tablespoons)
- Turmeric (1 teaspoon)
- Cumin (1 teaspoon)
- Coriander (1 teaspoon)
- Cayenne pepper (1/2 teaspoon (or to taste))
- Vegetable broth (1 cup)
- Coconut milk (1 can (13.5 oz))
- Carrot (1 large, sliced)
- Bell pepper (1 medium, sliced)
- Zucchini (1 medium, sliced)
- Green beans (1 cup, trimmed)
- Swordfish steaks (4 (6 oz each))
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and ginger, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper. Cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to release the spices' aromas.
- Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add the sliced carrot, bell pepper, zucchini, and green beans. Cook for 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and vibrant.
- Season the swordfish steaks with salt and pepper. Gently place them into the skillet, cooking for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.
- Serve the swordfish and vegetable curry over steamed rice or alongside warm naan bread.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges for a zesty finish.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 420 • Fat: 25g • Carbs: 20g • Protein: 32g • Sodium: 450mg • Sugar: 5g