Tilapia has become a part of our regular diet. I like to bake it with some herbs and oil, shallow fry it or cook in a spicy, tangy Indian curry. The texture of this fish holds really well with any of the recipes I have tries do far. The best part is that it does not have a fishy smell or taste if using fresh.

This recipe was created using ingredients I thought would go well with this fish and I was absolutely satisfied and pleased with the result. This is a super easy recipe that can be made in no time and is sure to become a part of your weekly quick-fix meal.

This fish fry is a perfect crowd pleaser and can be served as an appetizer or entrée. I tried the leftovers in a wrap and they were really delicious.

Try out this recipe with tilapia or any other fish of your choice!

Recipe                                           Servings: 3-4                     Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

1 lb. Tilapia filet, fresh

Oil to shallow fry

3-4 cloves garlic

1-inch ginger

1 tsp. Yellow mustard seeds

½ tsp. black mustard seeds

½ Tbsp. dry mint leaves

4 green chilies

1 tsp. lemon juice

2 Tbsp. tomato puree

1 tsp. coriander powder

¼ tsp. garam masala

½ tsp. chaat masala

Salt to taste

Method:

1. Cut tilapia into small pieces.
2. Grind ginger, garlic, mustard seeds and green chilies into a paste, using very little water.
3. Add all other ingredients and the paste in a bowl and coat the fish pieces in it.
4. Cover and let it marinade for 30-45 minutes.
5. Heat a gridle or non-stick pan.
6. Brush it with some oil.
7. Add marinated fish and let them sear on medium-high heat. Turn and cook the other side.
8. It takes about 3-5 minutes on each side, depending on the thickness of the fillet.
9. Squeeze some fresh lime juice on them.
10. Serve with mint chutney and sliced red onions!