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Crispy Cod Curry with Wok Noodles: Authentic Thai-Inspired Recipe for 4

Indulge in this vibrant Thai-inspired cod curry, featuring crispy battered fish fritters served over wok-tossed noodles. A hearty main course for 4, ready in just 45 minutes.

Ingredients
Main course for 4 people
Preparation time: 45 minutes

  • 1 onion
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 red pepper
  • (groundnut) oil
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 400 ml coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp Thai fish sauce
  • 350 g broad noodles (wheat noodles)
  • 1-2 carrots
  • 1 large zucchini
  • 100 g flour + some extra
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 125 ml milk
  • 1 egg
  • 500 g white fish fillet
  • 1 handful of coriander leaves
  • extra needed: deep fryer with oil

How to Make It
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic. Dice the red pepper. Heat a dash of oil in a pan and sauté the onion, garlic, and pepper until softened and translucent. Stir in the turmeric, cumin, and coriander, cooking for 1 minute to release their fragrant aromas. Pour in the coconut milk to deglaze, then simmer for 5 minutes. Season with Thai fish sauce and strain if needed for smoothness.

Cook the broad noodles according to package instructions, then drain well. Peel the carrots and wash the zucchini; cut both into thin strips. Heat frying oil to 170°C. Whisk together 100g flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, milk, and egg to form a smooth, thick batter.

Cut the white fish fillet into even pieces. Dust with extra flour, then dip each piece in the batter and fry in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Drain on kitchen paper.

In a wok, heat a dash of oil and stir-fry the carrot and zucchini strips until al dente. Add the noodles, tossing to combine and heat through. Pour over the curry sauce and simmer for 1-2 more minutes. Divide among plates, top with crispy fish fritters, and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Curious about other noodle recipes?
Find them in the October issue of Santé.