India: Indian Seafood Tradition

India, with its extensive coastline along the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, has a long tradition of seafood consumption. Coastal regions like Kerala, Goa, and West Bengal have developed unique seafood-based dishes that are heavily influenced by local spices, herbs, and cooking methods.

Culinary Tradition: Indian seafood dishes are rich in spices and flavors. In Kerala, "fish curry" made with coconut milk, tamarind, and mustard seeds is a beloved dish. "Goan fish curry" (often made with tamarind and coconut) and "bengali macher jhol" (fish stew) are also iconic. Fish is typically cooked with an array of aromatic spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander.