Fish Tikka

This fish tikka recipe is exactly what you want to guarantee a delicious summertime meal. This recipe calls for tilapia fish, but you can substitute any of your favorite fish; the sauce will make almost any fish taste amazing. The sauce itself has a creamy type quality due to the yogurt which not only will help you feel satiated but will also help your meal go down smoothly. Try making this meal today, you won’t regret it.

Packing this for your lunch or your kid’s lunch? Make sure you pack them in an insulated kids lunch kit or in your kid’s lunch box.

Health Benefits

Fish tikka is great for your health. Fish has all sorts of nutrients and minerals that make it a worthwhile addition to your diet. This meat is probably most noted for its omega-3 fatty acids, large quantity of vitamin D, vitamin A, calcium, and magnesium. The vitamin D helps to maintain strong bones by regulating calcium. The omega-3 fatty acids lower bad cholesterol (LDL) levels which ultimately helps to increase overall cardiovascular health and regulate diabetes.

Ingredients

tilapia fish fillet – you can use the fish of your choice: 8

tbsp oil: 3

tsp cumin powder – for garnish: 1/2

tbsp lemon juice – for garnish: 2

cup thick plain yogurt: 1

tbsp olive oil – you may use any light oil: 4

medium onion: 1

tbsp ginger paste – fresh: 1

tbsp garlic paste – fresh: 1

tbsp lemon juice – fresh: 4

Red food coloring

tsp turmeric: 1/2

tsp coriander powder: 1

tsp cumin powder: 1

tsp cinnamon powder: 1/4

tsp nutmeg powder: 1/4

tbsp dry mango powder – optional: 1

Red chilli powder to taste

salt to taste

How To Make Fish Tikka

1. Whisk together all the marinade ingredients in a large bowltill they form a smooth paste.
   1. Add the powdered spices and whisk everything evenly.
2. Add the fish fillet to the marinade.
   1. Evenly coat both sides using your hand.
3. Cover the marinated bowl with a lid and refrigerate for an hour.
4. Preheat the oven to 180°
   1. Line the baking tray with foil and spray evenly with oil.
5. Remove the marinated fish from the fridge and place them evenly with gaps in between on the lined baking tray.
6. Bake for 15 mins or until the fish is evenly cooked
7. Set the oven to the broiler setting.
8. Place the cooked fish on the top rack of the oven and broil for 3-5 mins or till you achieve the desired charred look.
9. Remove the broiled fish from the oven

Note: The fish should appear orange red in color with charred marks.

10. Place freshly cooked fish on serving tray and sprinkle evenly with lemon juice and some cumin powder.
11. Serve and enjoy! 

Trivia

Fish have taste buds all over their body.