Coconut Curried Tilapia

Ingredients

• 4 tilapia fillets
• 1 tablespoon oil (olive oil is fine)
• 1-2 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 tablespoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 10 ounces coconut milk (use only 1/2)
• red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Season tilapia fillets with salt, chile powder, and black pepper. Set aside.

2. 2

   In iron pot, heat olive oil; add curry powder stirring often. Allow curry powder to practically burn. Add a little water whenever paste becomes too sticky.

3. 3

   Add most garlic and onions until well coated.

4. 4

   Add coconut milk. Stir. After 1 minute, add fish and remaining garlic and onions.

5. 5

   Lower heat and cover for about 15 - 20 minutes.

6. 6

   Serve over jasmine or coconut rice.