Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Swahili cuisine with this traditional Kenyan lunch. Featuring aromatic coconut rice, a rich coconut spinach curry, and crispy fried fish, this meal is a delightful journey to the coastal kitchens of East Africa. Perfect for a leisurely weekend lunch, this recipe brings together the essence of coconut and the savory goodness of spices in every bite.
๐ซ 3-4 tablespoons cooking oil
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1 onion, sliced
๐ง 1 teaspoon garlic paste
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3 large tomatoes, blended
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
๐ง 1 teaspoon salt
๐ 1 teaspoon curry powder
๐ฟ 1 teaspoon Royco powder
๐ 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
๐ง 1/2 piece Maggi cube
๐ 2 tablespoons lime juice
๐ฅฅ 1 cup thick coconut milk
๐ฅฌ 1 bunch spinach
๐ Fish pieces (any preferred type)
๐ง 1 teaspoon salt
๐ 1 teaspoon Fish Salted Powder
๐ถ๏ธ 1 tablespoon crushed green chilies
๐ 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice
๐ง 2 tablespoons garlic paste
๐ฅฅ 1 glass thick coconut milk
๐ 1 glass Basmati rice, washed
๐ง 1/2 teaspoon salt
๐ง 1/2 glass water
๐ซ 1-2 tablespoons cooking oil
1- Prepare the Spinach Curry:
2- Cook the Vegetables and Spices:
3- Combine with Tomatoes:
4- Season the Curry:
5- Finish the Curry:
6- Prepare the Fish:
7- Marinate the Fish:
8- Cook the Fish:
9- Prepare the Coconut Rice:
10- Cook the Rice:
Prep Time: 20-25 minutes
Cook Time: 30-45 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 1-2 hours (including fish marination)
Servings: 4-6
Equipment: Cutting Board (Wooden), Knife: Thunberg (Black handled), Medium Non-stick Pot/Wok, Wooden Spoon/Spatula, Blender, Small Pot (Stainless steel, โ7 US-CUPSโ measurement visible inside), Frying Pan (Silver, with one handle), Slotted Spoon/Spatula (Green and black), Red Spatula, Plastic Film: Fresh Food Catering Film, Serving Plate (White, round) and Bowl (White, small)
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