Anchovy and Coconut Curry
What Started it all:
anchovies, coconut
This delicious and easy-to-make curry is bursting with the flavors of salty anchovies and creamy coconut. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 can of anchovies (packed in oil), drained
- 1 can of coconut milk
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp of curry powder
- 1 tbsp of vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the curry powder and stir to combine.
- Add the anchovies to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to break down and turn into a paste.
- Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook for 10-15 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve hot with rice or noodles.