Tuna Curry is a traditional non-vegetarian dish from Lakshadweep, India. It is known for its authentic regional flavors and is a staple of Lakshadweep cuisine.

How long does it take to cook Tuna Curry?

Tuna Curry takes approximately 35 mins to cook, plus about 15 minutes of preparation time. The difficulty level is Medium.

What are the main ingredients in Tuna Curry?

The main ingredients in Tuna Curry include: Fresh tuna, cut into thick steaks, Thick coconut milk, Thin coconut milk, Onion, thinly sliced, Tomatoes, chopped, Garlic cloves, minced.

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Tuna Curry

Name: Tuna Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Lakshadweep Indian
Ingredients: 700g Fresh tuna, cut into thick steaks; 300ml Thick coconut milk; 200ml Thin coconut milk; 200g Onion, thinly sliced; 150g Tomatoes, chopped; 6piece Garlic cloves, minced; 15g Fresh ginger, grated; 4piece Green chillies, slit; 40ml Coconut oil; 5g Mustard seeds; 15piece Curry leaves; 4g Turmeric powder; 8g Red chilli powder; 8g Coriander powder; 15g Tamarind paste; 8g Salt

An authentic non-vegetarian recipe from Lakshadweep, India — with exact measurements and step-by-step instructions.

Traditional Tuna Curry from Lakshadweep, India

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The Story Behind the Dish

Tuna Curry is a treasured non-vegetarian dish from Lakshadweep, India — a reflection of the region's ingredients, climate, and culinary traditions passed down through generations.

Ingredients

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Cooking Instructions

Clean the tuna steaks and rub with turmeric powder and salt. Let them marinate for 10 minutes.
Heat coconut oil in a wide pan over medium-high heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add curry leaves — they will crackle in the hot oil. Add sliced onions and cook for 6–7 minutes until golden.
Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chillies. Sauté for 2 minutes.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 4 minutes until they soften and the oil begins to separate.
Add red chilli powder and coriander powder. Stir and cook the masala for 2 minutes.
Add tamarind paste and thin coconut milk. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
Gently slide the marinated tuna steaks into the simmering curry. Spoon the sauce over the fish.
Cook on medium heat for 8–10 minutes, turning the fish once carefully, until the tuna is cooked through.
Pour in the thick coconut milk and gently stir. Simmer for 2–3 minutes — do not boil vigorously after adding thick coconut milk as it can split. Adjust salt and serve hot with steamed rice or appam.

Cook

35 mins

Serves

4 servings

Level

Medium

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