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Main course Fish & Seafood

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Nutritional Values

πŸ”₯480kcal
πŸ’ͺ35gProtein
🌾15gCarbs
πŸ₯‘30gFat
🌿3gFibre
βš–οΈ400 gServing

* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.

Allergens

🐟 Fish

Fish Suruwa

How to order / say it
Say it Suruwa ni Ika β€” [feesh soo-roo-wah]
Order I'll have the Fish Suruwa, please.
Locally Kerekere me'u rawata na suruwa ni ika.
Say locally

A spicy fish stew simmered in fragrant curry spices.

Why try it?

Embodying the diverse culinary influences in Nadi, this dish incorporates the abundance of fresh seafood with Indian-style curry, widely consumed by the local community.

How it tastes

Bold and spicy, the dish is infused with the aromatic warmth of curry spices, complemented by the tender and flaky texture of fresh fish.

Origin & History β€” first documented: 1950

Fishing being a major industry, locals in Nadi would often make fish stews. The influence of Indian spices in the mid-20th century led to the creation of this curry adaptation.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 400 g white fish
  • πŸ§‚ 2 tbsp curry powder
  • πŸ₯› 200 ml coconut milk
  • πŸ§„ 1 large onion
  • πŸ₯• 2 medium tomato
  • πŸ§‚ 1 chili

Method

  1. 1 SautΓ© onions and spices in pan.
  2. 2 Add fish and tomatoes, cook for 2–3 mins.
  3. 3 Pour in coconut milk, simmer for 15 mins.

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