🐟 Coconut Curry Basa
Mild, creamy, and perfect for introducing kids to new flavors.
Ingredients (serves 4):
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4 basa fillets, cut into chunks
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp mild curry powder (or yellow curry paste)
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1 can (400 ml) coconut milk
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1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
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1 tbsp lime juice
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Fresh cilantro (optional), for garnish
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Cooked basmati rice, for serving
Method:
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Heat oil in a large pan. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
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Stir in curry powder and cook 1 minute.
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Add coconut milk and tomatoes; simmer 5 minutes.
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Gently stir in basa chunks. Cook 5–7 minutes until fish flakes easily.
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Add lime juice, season with salt & pepper, and garnish with cilantro.
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Serve with basmati rice.