
Fish Tikka Masala with Sardines
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5.0
33 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
110 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Indian

Fish Tikka Masala with Sardines
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This easy Fish Tikka Masala is a quick curry that's filled with comforting and warming spices, a creamy tomato sauce, and spicy sardines.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 15 ounce can tomatoes (diced or crushed)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tins sardines (~4oz) packed in chili + oil, oil discarded King Oscar Spanish Style Sardines Recommended
- ¼ cup plain yogurt (optional)
- fresh cilantro (optional garnish)
- To serve: naan, jasmine, or basmati rice (Use cauliflower rice for low carb option)
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Instructions
- Pour oil into a large pan or wok. Add the mustard seeds, and heat over medium heat until the seeds begin to pop (2-3 minutes).
- Add the diced onion, garam masala, smoked paprika, and salt. Stir onions until they begin to soften (3-4 minutes).
- Add tomatoes. Cover pan, and let the tomatoes simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Add the milk and sardines. Simmer another 5 minutes.
- Taste curry, and add more salt if necessary.
- Serve with a dollop of yogurt and fresh cilantro (optional.) Curry pairs well with rice or naan.
- This curry is best served right away, but leftovers can be kept refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one day.
Notes
- Recipe Variations: Can't find sardines packed with chili? Want things spicier? Try one of these adaptions:
- Use unflavored sardines. Add 1 tsp red chili flakes
- Make it creamier: Swap half the milk for heavy cream.
- Make it spicier: Add 1 tsp red pepper flakes and/or ¼ tsp cayenne pepper when you add the garam masala.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
110kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
16mg
(5%)
Sodium
647mg
(27%)
Potassium
191mg
(5%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
605IU
(12%)
Vitamin C
2.1mg
(2%)
Calcium
117mg
(12%)
Iron
0.5mg
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 110 kcal
% Daily Value*
Calories | 110kcal | 6% |
Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
Protein | 4g | 8% |
Fat | 7g | 11% |
Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
Cholesterol | 16mg | 5% |
Sodium | 647mg | 27% |
Potassium | 191mg | 4% |
Fiber | 1g | 4% |
Sugar | 5g | 10% |
Vitamin A | 605IU | 12% |
Vitamin C | 2.1mg | 2% |
Calcium | 117mg | 12% |
Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
33 reviews
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