Fijian Duruka Curry
A flavorful and aromatic curry featuring duruka (Fiji asparagus) in a rich coconut milk-based sauce with Fijian spices. Duruka is a unique vegetable with a texture similar to asparagus and a slightly nutty flavor.
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g Duruka(trimmed and cut into 5cm pieces)
- 400 ml Coconut milk(full fat)
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 inch piece Ginger(grated)
- 1 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- 0.5 tsp Chili flakes(or to taste)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- to taste Salt
- a handful Fresh coriander(chopped, for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Stir in turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and chili flakes. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until spices are fragrant.
- 4
Add the duruka pieces to the pot and stir to coat them with the spice mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the duruka is tender but still has a slight bite.
- 6
Season with salt to taste. Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Duruka can be found in Fijian or Pacific Island specialty stores, or sometimes in Asian markets.
- ✓If fresh duruka is unavailable, you can substitute with tender asparagus spears, though the flavor will be different.
- ✓Adjust chili flakes to your preferred level of heat.
🔄 Variations
- Add a can of drained chickpeas for added protein and texture.
- Include other vegetables like diced potatoes or bell peppers along with the duruka.