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Fried Fish with Curcuma — traditional dish from Krabi, Thailand
Main course Fish & Seafood

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Nutritional Values

🔥450kcal
💪36gProtein
🌾2gCarbs
🥑32gFat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

Allergens

🐟 Fish

Fried Fish with Curcuma

How to order / say it
Say it ปลาทอดขมิ้น — [pla tod ka-min]
Order I'd like the fried fish with curcuma, please.
Locally ขอปลาทอดขมิ้นครับ
Say locally

Deep-fried fish marinated with turmeric and spices

Why try it?

Immerse in the rustic flavors of Krabi, as this dish exemplifies the local seaside lifestyle and reliance on fresh, simple ingredients.

How it tastes

Marinated fish, crispy on the outside with the earthy, peppery aroma of turmeric, is both savory and satisfying, often eaten with rice or salad.

Origin & History — first documented: 1870

Dating back to the late 19th century, coastal communities in Southern Thailand developed this simple yet flavorful fish dish using what the sea easily provided.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 400 g fish fillet
  • 🧂 10 g turmeric powder
  • 🧄 20 g garlic
  • 🧂 5 g salt
  • 🫒 100 ml vegetable oil
  • 🧂 5 g black pepper

Method

  1. 1 Combine turmeric, garlic, salt, and pepper to make a marinade.
  2. 2 Rub marinade over the fish and let sit for 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a frying pan and fry fish until golden and cooked through.
  4. 4 Drain and serve with fresh salad or rice.

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