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Goan Fish Curry (Xitti Kodi)

Goan Fish Curry, also known as Xitti Kodi, is the crown jewel of Goan cuisine. This tangy, spicy, coconut-based curry combines fresh fish with roasted spices and tamarind, offering a true taste of the Konkan coast.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Coastal Indian, Goan, Indian
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:
  • 500 g fresh fish kingfish, mackerel, or pomfret
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes pureed
  • 1 tbsp tamarind pulp
  • 2 green chilies slit
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1- inch ginger + 4 garlic cloves paste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Heat coconut oil in a pan, add cumin seeds and sauté onions until golden.
  2. Add ginger-garlic paste, cook until fragrant.
  3. Stir in pureed tomatoes, spices (turmeric, chili, coriander), and cook until masala releases oil.
  4. Add tamarind pulp and green chilies, simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in coconut milk, bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Add fish pieces, cover, and cook for 8–10 minutes until just done.
  7. Garnish with coriander and serve hot.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:
  • Serve with steamed basmati or Goan red rice for authenticity.
  • Pair with fried papad, kachumber salad, or pickled onions.
  • Can also be served with neer dosa for a South-Konkan fusion meal.