Fish With Basil And Pomegranate Seeds Recipe

Name: Fish With Basil And Pomegranate Seeds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large red chilies; 6 garlic cloves; 2 inches gingerroot; 2 tablespoons lime juice or 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 4 -6 white fish fillets; flour, for coating; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 1/2 inches gingerroot, grated; 2 teaspoons garlic, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons cumin seeds, dry-roasted; 3 tablespoons pomegranate seeds; 3 large tomatoes, chopped; 2 tablespoons basil leaves, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons coriander leaves, finely chopped; salt

Servings: persons

3 large red chilies
6 garlic cloves
2 inches gingerroot
2 tablespoons lime juice or 2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
4 -6 white fish fillets
flour, for coating
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 inches gingerroot, grated
2 teaspoons garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons cumin seeds, dry-roasted
3 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
3 large tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons basil leaves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons coriander leaves, finely chopped
salt

1
Mix the garlic chili, ginger, and lemon or lime juice into a paste.
2
Then mix in the turmeric powder.
3
Coat fish fillets with paste and let sit for 30 minutes.
4
In a heavy-bottomed frying pan, heat the oil.
5
Sieve the flour lightly over the fillets and fry on both sides until golden (2 - 3 minutes).
6
Place on a serving dish and cover with foil to keep warm.
7
Reserve cooking oil.
8
If needed, add one tablespoon oil to the reserved oil and heat.
9
Add ginger, garlic, cumin and pomegranate seeds.
10
Stir-fry 1 minute then add the tomatoes, basil, coriander leaves and salt.
11
Simmer gently for 2 minutes and pour over the fillets.

460

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large red chilies, 6 garlic cloves, 2 inches gingerroot, 2 tablespoons lime juice or 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Fish With Basil And Pomegranate Seeds 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!

Fish With Basil And Pomegranate Seeds

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Variations & substitutions

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