Fresh Tuna in Coconut Curry Sauce

This fresh tuna in coconut curry sauce features tender chunks of tuna simmered in a rich and aromatic coconut curry sauce. The combination of spices and creamy coconut milk creates a delightful dish that pairs beautifully with rice or noodles. Enjoy this flavorful meal that brings a taste of the tropics to your table!

This recipe is thai style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 20 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 20 min · Total: 35 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

• Core ingredients include fresh cilantro, coconut milk, black pepper, fresh tuna.
• Follow all 7 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
• Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

• 1 bunch fresh cilantro (for garnish)
• 400 ml coconut milk
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 500 g fresh tuna (cubed)
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp curry powder
• 1 medium bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 tbsp ginger (grated)

Instructions

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the skillet, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Stir in the curry powder and cook for an additional minute to release the spices' aroma.
4. Add the sliced bell pepper and cubed fresh tuna to the skillet, and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the tuna is lightly browned.
5. Pour in the coconut milk, lime juice, salt, and black pepper, and stir to combine all ingredients.
6. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for another 10-12 minutes until the tuna is cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 410
• Protein: 30 g
• Fat: 28 g
• Carbohydrates: 12 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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