Fish Suruwa — Fijian Fish Curry

Overview

Fresh fish (snapper, mahi-mahi) is simmered in coconut milk with a curry paste of turmeric, cumin, coriander, ginger, garlic, onion, and chili. Tomatoes provide acid. The curry is not heavy or thick like many Indian curries — it is a light, coconut-based braise. Served with rice or cassava.

Key Principles

1. EXCEPTIONAL: Fresh reef fish in freshly pressed coconut milk with a well-balanced curry paste.

4. INSUFFICIENT: Overcooked fish in heavy, thick curry that obscures the fishʻs flavour.

Pro Tips

EXCEPTIONAL: Fresh reef fish in freshly pressed coconut milk with a well-balanced curry paste.

Common Mistakes

INSUFFICIENT: Overcooked fish in heavy, thick curry that obscures the fishʻs flavour.

Source

Pacific Migration Trail