Cozy Coconut Lime Fish Curry and Jasmine Rice

Craving a tropical escape? This coconut lime fish curry is your ticket. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the secret to a rich, creamy sauce that’s better than takeout. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Cozy Rhubarb Scones with Orange Zest and Creamy Coconut Garlic Shrimp.

What You'll Need for Cozy Coconut Lime Fish Curry and Jasmine Rice

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb white fish fillets (such as cod or halibut)
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp grated lime zest
• 2 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Curry powder
• Garlic
• Ginger
• Lime juice and zest
• Fish sauce
• Sugar
• Salt and pepper
• Optional: Chopped fresh cilantro
• Optional: Sliced green onions
• Optional: Toasted coconut flakes
• Optional: Lime wedges

How to Make Cozy Coconut Lime Fish Curry and Jasmine Rice

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, lime zest, curry powder, sugar, and cornstarch. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger, and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
3. Step 3: Add red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Step 4: Stir in diced tomatoes and the coconut milk mixture. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes.
5. Step 5: Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the fish and let it cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Step 6: Serve the coconut lime fish curry over jasmine rice and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Storing & Reheating Cozy Coconut Lime Fish Curry and Jasmine Rice

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Add the fish when ready to serve.

Freezing Cozy Coconut Lime Fish Curry and Jasmine Rice

Freeze cooked fish curry for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: To make this dish even more flavorful, try marinating the fish in the lime juice and fish sauce for 15 minutes before cooking.
• Best substitution: You can use chicken or tofu instead of fish for a variation.
• Make-ahead: The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Add the fish when ready to serve.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little water or coconut milk.

Cozy Coconut Lime Fish Curry and Jasmine Rice

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

20 mins

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Total

35 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb white fish fillets (such as cod or halibut)
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp grated lime zest
• 2 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Seasonings

• Curry powder
• Garlic
• Ginger
• Lime juice and zest
• Fish sauce
• Sugar
• Salt and pepper

Optional Toppings

• Chopped fresh cilantro
• Sliced green onions
• Toasted coconut flakes
• Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, lime zest, curry powder, sugar, and cornstarch. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger, and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
3. Step 3: Add red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Step 4: Stir in diced tomatoes and the coconut milk mixture. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes.
5. Step 5: Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the fish and let it cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Step 6: Serve the coconut lime fish curry over jasmine rice and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Notes

• Chef tip: To make this dish even more flavorful, try marinating the fish in the lime juice and fish sauce for 15 minutes before cooking.
• Best substitution: You can use chicken or tofu instead of fish for a variation.
• Make-ahead: The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Add the fish when ready to serve.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little water or coconut milk.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked fish curry for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.
• Make ahead: The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Add the fish when ready to serve.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 28g
• Fat: 18g
• Carbs: 18g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 700mg
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sat. Fat: 12g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Cozy Coconut Lime Fish Curry and Jasmine Rice FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Cozy Coconut Lime Fish Curry and Jasmine Rice and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!