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At Soul n Such, we cook with memory, warmth, and intention — the kind of flavors that feel like sunshine settling into your spirit. This dish brings the heart of the Caribbean straight to the bowl: golden curry, fiery Scotch bonnet, fresh ginger, and silky coconut milk come together to create a sauce that wraps the Cod in pure island comfort. The fish broils until lightly caramelized, then simmers in a vibrant curry bath that tastes like home, heritage, and heat. Finished with a drizzle of nutty garlic brown butter, this recipe blends coastal soul with modern elegance — a true signature moment.

Serves 2 • Prep Time: 20 min • Cook Time: 20 min • Total Time: 40 min

Ingredients

Fish & Seasoning

2 (4–6 oz) Cod filets

• 1–1½ tbsp curry powder
• Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
• Pinch of chili flakes
• ½ tbsp extra‑virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp honey

Coconut Curry Sauce

• 1 tbsp salted butter
• ⅛ cup Thai red curry paste
• ½ tbsp fresh grated ginger
• ¾ cup chopped broccolini
• 1 cup full‑fat coconut milk
• 1 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
• ½ tbsp fish sauce
• ½ tbsp Scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped

Garlic Brown Butter

• 2 tbsp salted butter
• 1½–2 cloves garlic, chopped
• Pinch of chili flakes
• cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. Broil the Cod

Preheat the broiler.

Rub Cod with olive oil and curry powder.

Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with honey.

Broil 3–5 minutes until lightly caramelized.

2. Build the Coconut Curry Sauce

Melt butter with curry paste and ginger.

Cook 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

Add broccolini, coconut milk, tamari, fish sauce, and Scotch bonnet.

Slide broiled Cod into the sauce and simmer 3–5 minutes.

3. Make the Garlic Brown Butter

Melt butter with garlic and chili flakes.

Cook until butter browns and garlic turns crisp and golden.

4. Serve

Spoon curry sauce over warm Basmati rice.

Top with Cod and drizzle with garlic brown butter.

Finish with fresh cilantro.