Fish Curry Recipe – Spicy, Flavorful & Easy to Cook at Home
A filling dish of fresh fish and classic Indian spices, this fish curry is tangy and spicy.
Ingredients
For the Curry :
- 500 gram fresh fish (tilapia, kingfish, or mackerel)
- 2 tbsp oil (coconut oil preferred)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup water
- Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
Optional Additions:
- 1/2 cup thick coconut milk or 1 tbsp tamarind pulp
- Green chilies for heat
- Curry leaves for aroma
Instructions
- Prep the Fish :After giving the fish a good wash, marinade it with salt and a pinch of turmeric. Give it a half-hour.
- Cook the Base:In a pan, heat the oil. Add the cumin seeds. Add chopped onions and cook till golden brown after they sputter.
- Add Aromatics:Sauté the ginger-garlic paste until the raw scent goes away.
- Spices & Tomatoes:Add salt, coriander powder, chili powder, and turmeric and stir. Cook the diced tomatoes until they become tender and the oil separates.
- Simmer the Gravy:Bring to a boil after adding water. Add the tamarind pulp or coconut milk here if using.
- Add Fish:Add the marinated fish pieces to the sauce very gently. Cover and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked and flavorful.
- Garnish & Serve:Add some fresh coriander as a garnish. Serve hot with roti or steaming rice.
Notes
- To suit your tastes, adjust the amount of spice.
- For the finest flavor, always use fresh fish.
- To keep the fish from breaking, don't stir it too much.