Tilapia Fish Masala

This is one recipe you have to try if you are a fish lover. Tilapia is a white fish which holds itself very well when cooked. It also does not taste very ‘fishy’ and has a resemblance to Cod in taste. This makes a very good change from other types of fish. What I love about this dish is that all the masala is cooked in foil with the fish and makes the fish taste so succulent! I have also added some ingredients, like fresh dill and coriander chutney to give it a different element to the dish. Definitely one you should try!

Serves 4

 

Ingredients for the Fish and Marinade

 

4 Fillets of Tilapia Fish

1 tsp Ginger and Garlic Paste

½ tsp Turmeric

1 tbsp Chopped Fresh Dill

Salt to taste

½ tsp Coriander/Cumin Powder

½ tsp Chilli Powder

½ tsp Fish Masala or Garam Masala

1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice

 

Marinade all the above for at least 1 hour. The longer the marinade the better the fish will taste.

 

Ingredients for the Masala

 

1 tbsp Olive Oil

¼ tsp Mustard Seeds

5 Shallots- Finely Chopped

1tsp Ginger and Garlic Paste

4-5 Curry Leaves

1-2 tsp Green Coriander Chutney

250g Vittoria Tomatoes- These are like small baby tomatoes but very sweet in flavour- Chopped

1tsp Fish Masala or Garam Masala

1tsp Turmeric

Salt to taste

 

Method

In a wide non stick pan, heat the oil and add the mustard seeds. When the seeds start to pop add the shallots, garlic and ginger paste and curry leaves. Cook on a low heat until the shallots start to take on a golden colour. Add all the dry masala powders and then add the tomatoes. Then add the green chutney and a little water just to loosen the sauce. Cook the masala until all the water has evaporated and the sauce has thickened.

Finally, take the fish and place each one onto a separate piece of foil. Divide the thick sauce equally and spread it onto the fish. Cover the fish with the foil and cook in a preheated oven at 200c for approximately 15-20 minutes. Serve with plain or lemon rice. Simply Delicious!