Masala Fish- Fish Curry / easy fish sauce recipe/ easy meal prep recipe

Here is a Punjabi-style Masala Fish / Fish Curry recipe — rich, spicy, and full of flavor: ⸻ ⭐ Punjabi Masala Fish Curry Recipe Ingredients For marinating fish: • 500g fish pieces (tilapia, cod, salmon, or rohu) • 1 tsp turmeric • 1 tsp red chilli powder • 1 tsp coriander powder • 1 tsp cumin powder • 1 tsp salt • 1 tbsp lemon juice • 2 tbsp oil (for shallow frying) For the curry (masala): • 2–3 tbsp oil • 1 large onion, finely chopped • 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste • 2 tomatoes, blended or finely chopped • 1 green chilli slit • 1 tsp cumin seeds • 1 tsp coriander powder • 1 tsp turmeric • 1 tsp red chilli powder • 1 tsp garam masala • 1 tsp kasuri methi (optional but Punjabi flavor!) • Salt to taste • 1 cup water (adjust for thickness) • Fresh cilantro for garnish ⸻ 🍛 Method 1. Marinate the Fish • In a bowl, mix turmeric, red chilli, coriander, cumin, salt, and lemon juice. • Coat the fish pieces well. • Let it sit for 10–15 minutes. 2. Shallow Fry the Fish • Heat oil in a pan. • Shallow fry fish pieces until lightly golden (don’t overcook). • Keep aside. ⸻ 3. Make the Punjabi Curry Masala 1. Heat 2–3 tbsp oil. 2. Add cumin seeds – let them crackle. 3. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. 4. Add ginger garlic paste and cook for 1 minute. 5. Add tomatoes and green chilli. 6. Cook until oil separates from the masala. 7. Add: • turmeric • red chilli powder • coriander powder • salt • garam masala • kasuri methi 8. Cook the spices for 1–2 minutes. 9. Add 1 cup water and let the gravy simmer for 5 minutes. ⸻ 4. Add Fish • Gently add fried fish pieces to the curry. • Cover and cook on low heat for 5–7 minutes so flavors absorb. • Don’t stir too much to avoid breaking fish. ⸻ 🌿 Garnish • Sprinkle fresh cilantro. • Optional squeeze of lemon. ⸻ 🍽️ Serve With • Steamed rice • Jeera rice • Roti / naan • Paratha ⸻ If you want, I can also give you a dry Punjabi masala fish recipe or a restaurant-style version!