Curried Oven Steamed Fish Recipe

Name: Curried Oven Steamed Fish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 thin talapia fillets (or any light, white fish); 2 ½ tablespoons coriander; 1 tablespoon cumin; ½ tablespoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon ginger; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 dash clove; 1 dash cardamom; 1 dash chili pepper (to taste); ⅓ cup butter, softened; 1 tablespoon ketchup (or tomato paste); 2 ½ cups cooked brown rice

Servings: persons

3 thin talapia fillets (or any light, white fish)
2 ½ tablespoons coriander
1 tablespoon cumin
½ tablespoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon dry mustard
½ teaspoon cinnamon
1 dash clove
1 dash cardamom
1 dash chili pepper (to taste)
⅓ cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon ketchup (or tomato paste)
2 ½ cups cooked brown rice

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You can use frozen or defrosted fish fillets.
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I usually use the frozen fillets, because it is simpler.
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Preheat the oven to 375*F.
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In a small bowl, stir together the corriander, cumin, tumeric, ginger, dry mustard, cinnamon, cloves, and chili pepper.
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Mix well.
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For a spicier flavor add more chili powder.
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Stir the softened butter and ketchup into the curry mix, to make a paste.
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Lay out three pieces of tinfoil, large enough to wrap each fillet inches Lay a fillet on each piece of foil.
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Spread each fillet with the curry butter paste.
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Wrap each fillet with the foil, so that they are in sealed packets.
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Bake for 15-25 minutes until fish is white and flaky.
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Baking time depends on the starting temperature of your fish and the size of each fillet.
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A palm sized defrosted fillet will be done in 15 minutes, a larger frozen fillet will take 25 minutes.
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Serve over brown rice, pouring the baking juices from the pouch over the rice, and then setting the fish on top.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 thin talapia fillets (or any light, white fish), 2 ½ tablespoons coriander, 1 tablespoon cumin, ½ tablespoon turmeric, and more.

Yes, Curried Oven Steamed Fish falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Curried Oven Steamed Fish

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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