How to Make Indian Fish Curry - A Step-by-Step Guide

Indian cuisine is renowned for its diverse and flavor-packed dishes, and one of the most beloved and iconic Indian dishes is the fish curry. This popular dish is a staple in many Indian households and is enjoyed for its rich flavors and aromatic spices. The combination of tender, flaky fish and a fragrant, spicy curry sauce makes for a truly delightful culinary experience.

While there are countless variations of fish curry throughout India, each with its own unique blend of spices and...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
  • 4 white fish fillets
  • 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
  • 1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped
  • 5 cashew halves
  • 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ cup chopped tomato
  • ¼ cup vegetable broth
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Mix 2 tablespoons oil, mustard, black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt together in a shallow glass bowl. Add fish and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • While the fish is marinating, combine onion, garlic, ginger, and cashews in a blender or food processor; pulse until mixture forms a paste.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add cashew paste; cook and stir until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add cayenne pepper, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, cumin, coriander, sugar, and turmeric; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Stir in tomato and broth.
  • Remove fish from marinade and shake off excess; discard remaining marinade. Arrange fish in a baking dish and pour sauce over top.
  • Bake, covered, in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 30 minutes. Garnish with cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    338 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 56mg
    • Sodium: 2715mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 42g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 69mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 940mg