Tandoori Fish is a traditional Indian dish that involves marinating the fish filet in a bright and punchy masala marinade and then pan-cooking it to perfection. Use any kind of white fish you like and serve with rice or roti for a great weeknight dinner.
The process is pretty simple. First, prepare the marinade by combining the spices, water, and oil in a large bowl. Add in the fish filets and coat well with the marinade. Set aside for 10 to 15 minutes at room temperature, or refrigerate, covered, for up to overnight. Make sure to bring to room temperature before cooking. Sear the fish filets in a hot skillet on both sides until golden and crispy. Serve garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
To make the Tandoori Fish, you will need the following ingredients:
In a large bowl, stir together 1 teaspoon fresh grated garlic, ½ teaspoon ginger, 1 teaspoon turmeric (fresh if possible), 2 tablespoons dry coriander powder, 1 teaspoon tandoori masala, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon Kashmiri chili powder, 3 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon oil, ¾ teaspoon salt, and red chili powder to taste.
Pat dry the fish filet and add to the bowl with the marinade. Coat the fish well with the marinade. Set aside for 10 to 15 minutes at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to overnight. Bring to room temperature before cooking.
Place a large skillet over high heat. Once hot, spray it with cooking spray and add the fish filets, making sure not to overcrowd the skillet. Cook on medium-high heat for 3 to 5 minutes on one side, depending on the fish filet thickness. Then flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
Serve immediately garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon.
Aromatic spices give great flavor to this fast and easy Tandoori Fish recipe that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Give this recipe a try soon, and share a photo with us on Instagram by tagging @cookmerecipes and using the hashtag #cookmerecipes!
Spicy! Delicious fish recipe! Thanks for sharing!
