Peanut-Curry Fish Stew with Tomatoes
A fragrant stew featuring tender fish simmered in a rich peanut and curry sauce with fresh tomatoes, perfect for serving over rice. This west african-inspired one pot ready in about 45 minutes pairs Atlantic cod fillets, dry roasted peanuts, curry powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Atlantic cod fillets
- 1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 2 medium fresh tomatoes
- 1 large onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut cod into 1.5-inch cubes and pat dry with paper towels. Dice tomatoes and onion into 1/4-inch pieces, mince garlic.
- Step 2: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and curry powder, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until they break down into a sauce. Stir in chicken broth and peanuts, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Step 4: Add cod cubes, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 12 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily.
- Step 5: Stir in fresh cilantro, adjust salt to taste, and serve immediately over steamed rice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Peanut-Curry Fish Stew with Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Peanut-Curry Fish Stew with Tomatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep atlantic cod fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Peanut-Curry Fish Stew with Tomatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Peanut-Curry Fish Stew with Tomatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Peanut-Curry Fish Stew with Tomatoes?
West African one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made this for my kids and they devoured it. The peanut curry is a hit in our household!
- ★★★★★
Loved it! So flavorful and easy to make.
- ★★★★☆
Cooked it as a weeknight meal and it was great, but the fish took longer to cook than the recipe suggested.
