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Malaay Qumbe (Coconut Fish Curry)
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Malaay Qumbe (Coconut Fish Curry)
Variations of coconut fish curry abound up and down the Swahili Coast, so much so that the dish is often broadly referred to as East African fish curry. This version of coconut fish curry leans heavily on xawaash, a spice blend that is at the heart of Somali cuisine.
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This Is my malaay qumbe, coconut fish curry. Variations of coconut fish curry can be found all throughout East Africa. This version leans heavily on xawaash, a spice blend that is at the heart of Somali cuisine. The mild heat from the xawaash’s black pepper balances beautifully with the sweet, cooling coconut milk and the acidity from the tomatoes. Thanks to the xawaash, this is one of those dishes that tastes even better the next day.
Variations of coconut fish curry abound up and down the Swahili Coast, so much so that the dish is often broadly referred to as East African fish curry. This version of coconut fish curry leans heavily on xawaash, a spice blend that is at the heart of Somali cuisine.
January 16, 2026