Over the centuries Zanzibar’s colourful cuisine has been a celebration of far-flung cultures and spice trading - even its name (also known as the Spice Island) evokes exotic aromas and exciting flavours!

This mild coconut-based fish curry (mtuzi wa samaki) is typical of the curries eaten on the island.

• 500g firm-fleshed fish fillets - cut into large bite-size pieces
• 1 small onion - finely chopped
• 1 small carrot - peeled and finely chopped
• 1 small pepper (any colour) - finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic - finely chopped
• Fresh ginger - finely chopped to make 1 tbsp
• 2 medium tomatoes - roughly chopped
• 1 lemon 
• 400ml full fat coconut milk