Fish/Seafood Curry -South Indian Style

fish/seafod curry - South Indian Style

Made Easy Using S-E-A Masala Packs 

This South Indian style fish/seafood dish is not spicy but very flavorful and delicious, that your guests and family will love.

This recipe is NON- DAIRY AND SPICES HAVE NO ADDED GLUTEN.

This dish Is simple and very easy to make, and best of all, all the spices are included in the S-E-A masala pack

Notes: One can substitute fish for your choice of seafood!! No other substitutions are recommended. The S-E-A masala pack can be stored in the freezer for up to 12 months.   retain freshness. 

• PREP TIME: 20 mins    

• COOK TIME: 40 mins    

• TOTAL TIME: 60 mins    

• YIELD:  6-8 servings

STEP 1:  Marinate FISH/SEAFOOD using 1tbsp of spice mix from “S” spice pack

• 700 - 800 g  boneless, skinless fish/seafood of your choice (fish cut into chunks)

• 1 tbsp cooking oil for marinade

• ¼ cup cooking oil for searing 

• 1 tbsp spice mix from “S” spice pack

1. Cut fish into 2x2 chunks, anything smaller will fall apart.

2. Place fish/seafood pieces in a large bowl. Add 1tbsp of cooking oil and sprinkle ONLY 1 tbsp of S spice mix and mix together, making sure the fish is well coated. Set aside to marinade for few minutes.

3. Set aside rest of the “S” spice pack for the curry sauce for STEP 2.

4. Heat oil in a large nonstick frying pan (skillet). Place in the marinated fish/seafood pieces and sear on a medium heat for about 1 minute on each side or until slightly brown.   

5. Remove with the slotted spoon and place them on the serving dish. Set aside until the curry is done.

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STEP 2: Prepare curry sauce using “E” spice pack and rest of the “S” spice pack

• ½ cup cooking oil

• 1 pk “E” spice pack

• 2 tbsp garlic, crushed

• 2 cups onions, finely chopped

• 2 cups  fresh tomatoes, pureed

• 1 tbsp  ginger, minced

• Saved  “S” spice pack from STEP 1

• 4 cups  hot tap water

• Desired spice levels, add cayenne/red chili powder (optional) ¼ tsp = mild, ½ tsp = medium,1 tsp =hot.

1. Heat the oil in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan or pot on medium heat.

2. Add “E” spice pack and fry for a few seconds stirring continuously.

3. Add the garlic and fry until it starts to golden brown.

4. Add the onions and fry on medium heat until golden brown.

5. Add the rest of the “S” spice pack and mix well for a few seconds stirring continuously.

6. Add tomatoes and cook until most of the water has been absorbed and the oil appears on the surface of the mixture. Approximately (15-20 minutes cooking)

7. Add water. Increase the heat to medium, cover and cook the curry for about 15-20 minutes until the oil appears on the surface.

8. Add seared fish/seafood pieces to the curry sauce and cook uncovered for about 5 minutes on medium heat. Do not overcook the fish/seafood.

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STEP 3: GARNISH USING “A” SPICE PACK                   

•  1 pk  “A” spice pack

1. Garnish fish/seafood curry using “A” spice pack, mix well.   

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Serving Recommendations

Serve hot with steamed basmati rice or accompanied with your favourite Indian flatbread (roti, chapati, Ashi’s Rasoi Naan Bread, Puri etc.)