Humann (हुमण) (Goan fish curry)

"Humann" or "हुमण" is a traditional Goan dish from India. It's often pronounced as "Hooman" and is a flavorful and spicy curry made with coconut, fish, or shrimp. The dish typically includes ingredients like grated coconut, red chilies, tamarind, and various spices, which are ground into a paste to create the base for the curry. The fish or shrimp is then cooked in this aromatic and spicy coconut sauce, resulting in a delicious Goan seafood curry

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Step 1

Clean and wash the fish, and cut it into desired pieces. You can use boneless or bone-in fish according to your preference.

Step 2

Soak the dried red chilies in warm water for about 15-20 minutes to soften them. Remove the seeds if you want a milder curry.

Step 3

In a blender, combine the grated coconut, soaked red chilies, tamarind, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, garlic, ginger, and turmeric powder. Grind into a smooth paste, adding a little water as needed. This paste is the base of your curry.

Step 4

Heat oil in a pan or pot. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add curry leaves and green chilies.

Step 5

Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until they turn soft and translucent.

Step 6

Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.

Step 7

Add the coconut paste and cook for a few minutes, stirring frequently. You'll notice the oil separating from the paste.

Step 8

Add about 1-1.5 cups of water, or as needed to achieve your desired curry consistency. Season with salt.

Step 9

Let the curry come to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and add the fish pieces.

Step 10

Simmer the curry on low heat for about 7-10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the curry thickens.

Step 11

Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. If you like it spicier, you can add more green chilies.

Step 12

Once the fish is cooked and the curry has reached your desired consistency, remove from heat.