The Sun's Embrace of the Spice Islands - Superior Saffron

Ingredients

• 1 large carrot, finely diced
• 1 celery stalk, finely diced
• 1 shallot, finely diced
• 3 teaspoons garam masala
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1 pound fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod)
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• lemon wedges, for serving
• salt and pepper to taste
• cooked rice or naan bread, for serving