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Fish In Mustard Sauce Recipe

Fish In Mustard Sauce Recipe

A tangy, creamy, and slightly spicy fish dish that’s super easy to make at home. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests without breaking a sweat. Packed with bold flavors and cooked in just one pan, this recipe is beginner-friendly and seriously delicious. Serve it with steamed rice or flatbread for a wholesome meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g fish fillets tilapia, cod, or any white fish
  • 2 tablespoons mustard paste or Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds optional
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger paste
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil or mustard oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk or cream
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Fresh coriander for garnish
  • 1 green chili optional

Method
 

  1. Rinse and pat dry the fish fillets, sprinkle with salt and turmeric, and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a pan and lightly fry the fish for 2 minutes per side, then remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, sauté chopped onions until soft and golden.
  4. Add garlic and ginger paste, cooking for 1 minute until aromatic.
  5. Stir in mustard paste, mustard seeds, turmeric, chili powder, and a splash of water to make a smooth sauce.
  6. Pour in coconut milk or cream and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  7. Gently place the fish into the sauce and simmer for 5 minutes until fully cooked.
  8. Garnish with green chili and fresh coriander, adjust salt to taste, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use fresh fish for best results; frozen fish works if thawed properly.
  • Adjust chili to your spice preference.
  • Baking the fish instead of frying is a healthier option.
  • Coconut milk can be replaced with cream or yogurt.
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