Fish Tikka Masala with Sardines

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    110 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Indian

Fish Tikka Masala with Sardines

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

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  • 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

  1. 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).
  2. Add the diced onion, garam masala, smoked paprika, and salt.  Stir onions until they begin to soften (3-4 minutes). 
  3. Add tomatoes.  Cover pan, and let the tomatoes simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the milk and sardines.  Simmer another 5 minutes.
  5. Taste curry, and add more salt if necessary.
  6. Serve with a dollop of yogurt and fresh cilantro (optional.)  Curry pairs well with rice or naan.
  7. 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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