Deviled Sweet and Sour Fish Curry Recipe

 

Deviled Sweet and Sour Fish Curry Recipe

Ingredients

For Marinating the Fish:

• 500 g firm white fish (e.g., Thalapath or Seer)
• ½ lime (juice)
• ¼ tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste

For the Deviled Mixture:

• 3 tbsp vegetable or coconut oil
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 4 tbsp tomato sauce
• 1 tsp chili pieces (or to taste)
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 1 large capsicum (bell pepper), sliced
• 1 large tomato, cut into wedges
• Salt to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Fish

1. Cut the fish into large chunks.
2. In a bowl, combine lime juice, turmeric powder, chili powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well and coat the fish pieces.
3. Let the fish marinate for about 30 minutes.

Step 2: Fry the Fish

1. Heat enough oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.
2. Once hot, gently add the marinated fish pieces and fry until golden brown and cooked through (about 5–7 minutes).
3. Remove the fish and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 3: Prepare the Deviled Mixture

1. In the same skillet, add more oil if necessary.
2. Sauté the sliced onion until translucent.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until fragrant.
4. Stir in soy sauce, tomato sauce, chili pieces, black pepper, and sugar. Mix well.
5. Add sliced capsicum and cook for another 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 4: Combine Fish with Sauce

1. Gently add the fried fish pieces into the mixture and toss to coat without breaking them.
2. Add tomato wedges and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
3. If you prefer more gravy, add a splash of water and let it simmer for a few minutes.