Spiced Pan-Seared Fish with Goan Cucumber and Coconut Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-12 · Updated 2026-05-12

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Pan-seared fish seasoned with traditional Goan spices served alongside a fresh cucumber and coconut salad for a refreshing contrast. This Indian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs white fish fillets, ground turmeric, red chili powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Indian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (about 150 g each) white fish fillets
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp red chili powder
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 large, thinly sliced cucumber
1/2 cup fresh grated coconut
1, finely chopped fresh green chili
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp, chopped fresh coriander leaves
1 tsp roasted mustard seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Mix 1/2 tsp ground turmeric, 1 tsp red chili powder, 1 tsp ground coriander, and 1 tsp salt in a small bowl. Rub this spice blend evenly over 4 white fish fillets.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until the edges are crispy and the fish is cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
Step 3: In a bowl, combine 1 large thinly sliced cucumber, 1/2 cup fresh grated coconut, 1 finely chopped green chili, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander leaves, and 1 tsp roasted mustard seeds. Toss gently to combine.
Step 4: Serve the spiced fish fillets immediately with the refreshing cucumber and coconut salad on the side.