Spicy Sardine fish curry Recipe

Name: Spicy Sardine fish curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 grams fresh sardines; 2 tomatoes chopped; 1 large onion chopped; 6 green chilli finely chopped; 250 grams spring onions; 6 pieces shallots; bunch of parsley; 1 cup water; 1 tbsp fish curry masala; 1/2 tbsp garam masala; 1/2 tsp turmeric powder; 1/3 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tbsp kashmiri chilli powder; 1/2 tbsp cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

500 grams fresh sardines
2 tomatoes chopped
1 large onion chopped
6 green chilli finely chopped
250 grams spring onions
6 pieces shallots
bunch of parsley
1 cup water
1 tbsp fish curry masala
1/2 tbsp garam masala
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/3 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tbsp kashmiri chilli powder
1/2 tbsp cayenne pepper

1
Heat oil in pan and fry the chopped vegetables for a couple of minutes.
2
Add the spices and mix well.
3
Add the sardines, mix well and fry it for 10 minutes.
4
Add 1 cup of water and cook the fish in high flame for 20 mins (add more water if needed).
5
Add the spring onions and cook for couple of minutes.
6
Add more salt if needed.
7
Top with fresh parsley leaves.
8
Serve hot with steamed rice or Roti's.
9
Enjoy!
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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 grams fresh sardines, 2 tomatoes chopped, 1 large onion chopped, 6 green chilli finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy Sardine fish curry 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!

Spicy Sardine fish curry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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