A nourishing Caribbean curry fish dish made with a flavorful base of green seasoning, tomatoes, onions, and hot peppers, gently simmered with fresh fish until tender and aromatic.
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Clean and prepare the fish: thoroughly clean the porgy, remove scales, trim the fins, remove the gills, rinse with lemon, and season simply.
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Build the spice base: heat oil, sauté onions and hot peppers until fragrant, then add curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and pimento flakes, stirring until aromatic.
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Add vegetables and seasonings: incorporate green seasoning, tomatoes, bandania, green mango, and okra; season with salt and additional hot pepper until the base is fragrant.
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Add fish and simmer: place the seasoned fish into the pot with a little water, season with salt and black pepper, and gently simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until the fish remains tender and flavors blend.
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Serve: plate the curry fish when fully cooked but still firm, with thickened sauce.