Coconut Tomato Curry with Cod & Brown Rice

Name: Coconut Tomato Curry with Cod & Brown Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups short grain brown rice; 3 cups chicken broth or water; 2 tablespoons coconut oil; 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 (2-inch) piece ginger, peeled, finely grated; 2 teaspoons medium curry powder (see notes below); 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 (14.5 ounces) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes; 1 (14 ounces) can unsweetened coconut milk; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 4 (4-ounce) cod fillets, about 1 1/2 inches thick; 1/2 lime, squeezed (plus extra lime wedges for serving); 2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped (plus more for serving if you're like me and like a lot of parsley!)

Published: January 11, 2018 // Updated: July 22, 2020 // by Shannon Emery

Jump To Recipe Print RecipeThis post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy.

A simple curry with heart-healthy protein that is full of flavor from its combination of spices, coconut milk, fire-roasted tomatoes, and lime juice. Serve over brown rice to create an easy weeknight meal or a dish worthy of serving to guests.

A cast iron skillet and bowls of coconut tomato curry with cod and brown rice. Garnished with lime wedges and Italian parsley.

THIS POST IS SPONSORED BY
FINEX CAST IRON COOKWARE CO.

I almost left the word COD out of the title because I don't want you to get the wrong idea about this recipe.

Fish in the same title with curry? Does it feel weird? How do we feel about cod curry? Okay? A little strange? Maybe you're wondering what I was thinking when I decided to offer you a curry with seafood?

You're going to LOVE it.

Two hands holding a cast iron skillet with coconut tomato curry and cod.

**Why you're going to love this curry**

Because it's dreammmy.

Silky fire-roasted tomato-ey curry with undertones of ginger, garlic, lime, and turmeric serves as a saucy pool of tasty for perfectly cooked, flaky codfish. It's a delicious combo that resembles popular fish curry dishes that you might find in Southern India.

It's simple. And you know how we love a simple dinner recipe on Pass Me Some Tasty! The fish curry is served over brown rice. The rice does take about 45 minutes but it's hands-off cooking. Then the fish and curry hang out in a skillet together for the last 25 minutes while the rice is doing its thing. And just like that, with minimal effort, you've created an easy weeknight meal. Add it to your dinner meal planning schedule for this next week because it's sure to be a dinner winner.

And if you have kiddos, don't be scared to serve it to them too. My food temperamental kiddos loved it which means yours surely will too, at least until their tastebuds change again five minutes later.

A bowl of coconut tomato curry with cod and brown rice garnished with lime wedges.

Cooking with cast iron

If you invite dinner guests over to partake in this luxurious cod curry don't be surprised if they stroll into your kitchen while you're cooking, with eyes full of wonder and curiosity, and exclaim, "What in the world is THAT?!?!"

And you will politely reply, "THAT is my new FINEX cast iron skillet. Isn't she beautiful?!"

Yes, it's a girl. I'm still deciding on a name. Suggestions?

Your dinner guests may have been asking about the fish curry, but it does make for a great opportunity to brag about your cast iron beauty.

If you have never cooked with cast iron, or maybe you're contemplating venturing into the world of cast iron, or you happen to be a cast iron aficionado, this FINEX cast iron skillet is a cast iron dream come true in the land of cast iron cooking. (Try to say that sentence 5 times as fast as you can.)

A cast iron skillet on a stovetop cooking coconut tomato curry with cod.

Why this cast iron skillet is awesome

--> You are much less likely to burn your entire hand off when you grab the handle and forget you are cooking with cast iron.

Hands are important. And so is the beautiful stainless steel coil handle on the FINEX cast iron skillet. It's designed to stay cool longer when cooking on your stovetop, which means you'll never run screaming to the sink to plunge your hand into cold water again...unless you pull it straight out of the oven without an oven mitt. So don't do that.

--> Say "Adios!" to obsessive-compulsive attempts to season your cast iron skillet.

Hate is a strong word that I don't really ever use. Buuut one might say that I have very strong negative feelings when cast iron companies tell me that I can cook things like...oooh, let's just say fish, for example...and they promise that the fish won't stick to the skillet surface as long as I make sure to season it regularly. It ALWAYS sticks. I don't care how long or how often you've seasoned it. It's going to stick and you'll wind up with a sticky black mess on the surface of your skillet.

BUUUUT not with this cast iron skillet! FINEX has brought back the "old cast iron ways" of the early 20th century by polishing the cooking surface to perfection versus the rough, bumpy surfaces or the enamel-covered surfaces prone to chipping that we see in most mainstream cast iron products today. This not only means that you no longer need to break the crazy code on cast iron seasoning but it also means your fish won't stick (check out the video from FINEX below)! Neither will heavy sauces or even eggs for that matter. This is a HUGE win. Good job FINEX.

--> It's a really good looking skillet. But it's also functional.

Just like in dating...looks get you there, but personality keeps you there. And when it comes to cast iron, you're not just dating, you're entering into a long term relationship. Your cast iron skillet should be one that provides amazing results both when cooking over coals at a campfire or when cooking on the stove at home or in the oven...but it should look sexy too (I can't believe I just said that about a skillet).

Also, FINEX cast iron skillets come with a "Good Forever" Guarantee. Now if only your last date came with that, right?

A cast iron skillet and a bowl with coconut tomato curry with cod and brown rice.

Healthy, easy dinner meets aesthetic but highly functional cookware

Whether you need a simple weeknight dinner or a fancy-ish meal for weekend dinner party guests, this coconut tomato curry with cod and brown rice is a versatile recipe that works for any occasion and for any night of the week.

And when cooking this recipe in your heirloom-worthy FINEX cast iron skillet, your beautiful curry can go straight from cooktop to table without missing a beat. Enjoy! ♡

A family gathering around a table with 4 bowls and cast iron skillet of coconut tomato curry with cod and brown rice.

More tasty dinner recipes!

Southwest Chicken Rice Bowl a simple 20-minute meal!
Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with creamy polenta
Instant Pot Coq au Vin Blanc slow cooker instructions also provided
Thai-Style Tempeh Green Curry a simple family-friendly vegetarian meal
Beef Kofta with Greek Yogurt Sauce perfect for a Mediterranean feast

Did You Make This Recipe?!

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment and a star rating below! I greatly appreciate your feedback and it is also so helpful for other PMST readers who are thinking about making the recipe. Remember to snap a photo and tag @passmesometasty on Instagram so I can see!

Coconut Tomato Curry with Cod & Brown Rice

5 from 12 reviews

Author: Shannon Emery
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 4 Servings 1x

Print Recipe

Description

Ingredients

Scale

Brown Rice

1 ½ cups short grain brown rice
3 cups chicken broth or water

Coconut Tomato Curry with Cod

2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 (2-inch) piece ginger, peeled, finely grated
2 teaspoons medium curry powder (see notes below)
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (14.5 ounces) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1 (14 ounces) can unsweetened coconut milk
1 teaspoon kosher salt
4 (4-ounce) cod fillets, about 1 ½ inches thick
½ lime, squeezed (plus extra lime wedges for serving)
2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped (plus more for serving if you're like me and like a lot of parsley!)

Instructions

Brown Rice

In a medium pot, combine brown rice and broth (or water) and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 45 minutes.
After 45 minutes turn heat off and allow the cooked rice to sit for 10 minutes, covered.
Remove the lid and fluff rice with a fork.

Coconut Tomato Curry with Cod

Once the brown rice has been cooking for about 20 minutes, heat coconut oil in a 12" cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring regularly, until softened and slightly caramelized (about 10 minutes).
Add garlic, ginger, curry powder, red pepper flakes, and cook, stirring until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
Add fire-roasted tomatoes, coconut milk, and salt, stirring until combined.
Nestle the cod pieces in the sauce and cook for about 8 minutes. Flip cod over and cook an additional 7-8 minutes, or until the cod flakes easily with a fork.
Once cod is cooked through, remove skillet from heat. Finish by squeezing fresh lime juice and scattering fresh parsley over top.
Serve over brown rice with additional lime wedges and chopped parsley (optional).

Equipment

Notes

I buy my curry powder in the bulk section of my local grocery store. It's a medium spiced curry powder but if you like a less spicy or more spicy curry feel free to use your favorite curry powder. You could also use more than the 2 tablespoons curry powder I suggested if you enjoy a stronger curry flavor. The amount and heat profile of the curry powder I use is what works for our family, which includes the palates of two very picky kids.

Nutritional information is for the coconut tomato curry with cod only and does not include the brown rice.

Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Diet: Gluten Free

Keywords: seafood, cod, dinner, curry, coconut curry, gluten free dinner recipe, easy dinner recipe

Recipe Card powered by

Thank you to FINEX Cast Iron Cookware Co. for sponsoring this post and for creating cast iron products that are both elegantly designed and thoughtful in function. And thank you to those of you who support the brands that allow Pass Me Some Tasty to keep cooking up the tastiness!

Disclaimer: All brand recommendations are purely my own opinion and are brands/products that I personally use and enjoy. This post may also contain affiliate links which I may receive a small commission from (without any additional costs to you). The money earned from these commissions helps me to maintain this website. Thank you for supporting Pass Me Some Tasty!

Coconut Tomato Curry with Cod & Brown Rice

**Why you're going to love this curry**

Cooking with cast iron

Why this cast iron skillet is awesome

Healthy, easy dinner meets aesthetic but highly functional cookware

More tasty dinner recipes!

Did You Make This Recipe?!