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    Fish Tikka

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    Aromatic Fish Tikka is a popular and vibrant recipe that is marinaded with a gorgeous blend of Spices. It makes a great starter or lunch with wraps or rotis.

    Fish Tikka on a roti with green chutney and salad

    Fish Tikka 

    In this recipe, white Fish is marinaded in Spices and then Pan fried for 3 - 5 minutes per side making this a pretty quick recipe to make.

    What fish goes into this recipe?

    I used Tilapia in this recipe but Basa, Salmon, Cod, Pomfret and Monkfish also work.

    How to make Fish Tikka

    Full instructions are at the bottom of the page:

    Combine Spices and Yoghurt in a bowl.

    Marinade ingredients in a bowl

    Pat Fish dry. Cut Fish Fillets down the middle and cut each 1/2 into 3 pieces.

    Marinade Fish in Spice mix for 1/2 an hour. Soak skewers in water.

    Fish on a skewer in a pan

    Thread fish onto skewers. Add a little oil to a hot pan. Once hot, add the skewers and cook for 3 - 5 minutes per side. Alternatively grill for 3 - 5 minutes per side.

    Tips and tricks for making Fish Tikka

    Use a heavy duty good quality pan to sear fish – A thin pan means that the fish burns easily and unevenly. 

    Heat the pan first before adding the oil – Heat a dry pan, and as soon as you see a little smoke, add oil (it will heat very quickly because the pan will be very hot), swirl to coat base, then immediately add the fish.  The pan has to be hot as does the oil, otherwise the fish may stick.

    Pan Sear Fish – Sear for around 2 – 3 minutes each side and it should lift naturally but test by nudging a little and try again 15 seconds later. I start low and then turn the heat up.

    Fish Fry Marinade – You can use extra Fish Fry Marinade Powder like this one, mixed with a little Oil and Lemon Juice instead of all the marinade ingredients. 

    How long does it keep?

    Fridge: Store in an air tight container for up to 4 days.

    Can it be frozen?

    To Freeze: Store cooked or just marinaded in an airtight container for up to 2 months. To thaw, keep in the fridge over night and reheat on the hob or in the microwave. Because the fish is delicate, it is easier to reheat in the microwave but nicer reheated on the hob. Just don’t move it around too much.

    How to serve

    This recipe is delicious served with Wraps, Roti, Rice or Naan.

    For serving:

    Kachumber Salad

    Onion Raita

    Five Minute Magic Green Avocado Chutney

    Mint Sauce to serve (Optional)

    Combine 2 handfuls Coriander leaves and stems, 1 small handful Mint leaves, 1 Green Chilli, 1/2 tsp Chaat Masala (Optional), 4 tbsp Greek, Plain or Natural Yoghurt and a Pinch of Salt in a blender and blend till smooth.

    More indian seafood recipes:

    Salmon Curry – Indian

    Fenugreek Fish Masala – Methi Fish

    Masala Fish

    Prawn Masala

    Prawn Ghee Roast

    Goan Prawn Curry

    Fish Tikka Masala

    Indian Salmon Fish

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    Fish Tikka

    Aromatic Fish Tikka is a popular and vibrant recipe that is marinaded with a gorgeous blend of Spices. It makes a great starter or lunch with wraps or rotis.

    Course Lunch
    Cuisine Indian
    Keyword Fish Tikka, Fish Wrap
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Marinading Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 40 minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 235 kcal
    Author Safira

    Ingredients

    • 500 g Fish I use Tilapia. Cut each Fish down the middle and each half into 3 pieces

    Marinade

    • 4 cloves Garlic Crushed
    • ¾ inch Ginger Crushed
    • 1 tsp Green Chilli Paste
    • 2 tbsp Plain Yoghurt
    • ½ tsp Cumin Powder
    • ½ tsp Coriander Powder
    • ½ tsp Red Chilli Powder
    • ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder
    • ¼ tsp Ground Black Pepper
    • ½ tsp Garam Masala Powder
    • 1 tbsp Chickpea Flour Optional but helps everything to stay on the fish
    • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
    • 1 tbsp Oil

    Skewers (Optional)

    • 8 Skewers

    Oil to Shallow Fry (If using a Pan)

    • 2 tbsp Oil

    Instructions

    1. Pat Fish dry, cut in 1/2 down the middle and cut each 1/2 into 3 pieces

    2. Combine marinade ingredients in a large bowl and add the fish. Marinade Fish for 1/2 an hour. Meanwhile soak skewers in water (if using).

    3. To Pan Fry - Thread fish onto skewers. Add a little oil to a hot pan. Once hot, add the skewers and cook for 3 - 5 minutes per side.

    4. If Grilling - Add marinaded fish to a baking tray lined with foil. Grill for 3 - 5 minutes per side.

    Recipe Notes

    Mint Sauce to serve (Optional)

    Combine 2 handfuls Coriander leaves and stems, 1 small handful Mint leaves, 1 Green Chilli, 1/2 tsp Chaat Masala (Optional), 4 tbsp Greek, Plain or Natural Yoghurt and a Pinch of Salt in a blender and blend till smooth.

    Tips and tricks for making Fish Tikka

    Use a heavy duty good quality pan to sear fish – A thin pan means that the fish burns easily and unevenly. 

    Heat the pan first before adding the oil – Heat a dry pan, and as soon as you see a little smoke, add oil (it will heat very quickly because the pan will be very hot), swirl to coat base, then immediately add the fish.  The pan has to be hot as does the oil, otherwise the fish may stick.

    Pan Sear Fish – Sear for around 2 – 3 minutes each side and it should lift naturally but test by nudging a little and try again 15 seconds later. I start low and then turn the heat up.

    Fish Fry Marinade – You can use extra Fish Fry Marinade Powder like this one, mixed with a little Oil and Lemon Juice instead of all the marinade ingredients. 

    How long does it keep?

    Fridge: Store in an air tight container for up to 4 days.

    Can it be frozen?

    To Freeze: Store cooked or just marinaded in an airtight container for up to 2 months. To thaw, keep in the fridge over night and reheat on the hob or in the microwave. Because the fish is delicate, it is easier to reheat in the microwave but nicer reheated on the hob. Just don’t move it around too much.

    How to serve

    This recipe is delicious served with Wraps, Roti, Rice or Naan.

    Nutrition Facts
    Fish Tikka
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 235 Calories from Fat 117
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 13g20%
    Saturated Fat 2g13%
    Cholesterol 64mg21%
    Sodium 72mg3%
    Potassium 421mg12%
    Carbohydrates 3g1%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 26g52%
    Vitamin C 2mg2%
    Calcium 30mg3%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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