Tandoori Fish Tikka
Tandoori Fish Tikka is a classic Indian appetizer featuring succulent fish pieces marinated in a fragrant yogurt and spice blend, then grilled to smoky perfection. This dish is vibrant in color and flavor, combining tangy, smoky, and spicy notes.
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Ingredients
- 500 gramsfish fillets (firm white fish like cod, halibut, or salmon)
cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- 150 gramsthick yogurt
preferably hung yogurt or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoonsginger garlic paste
- 1 teaspoonred chili powder
- 0 ½ teaspoonturmeric powder
- 1 teaspoonground cumin
- 1 teaspoongaram masala
- 1 teaspoonchaat masala
- 2 tablespoonslemon juice
freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoonsmustard oil
or vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 2 tablespoonsfresh coriander leaves
finely chopped
- 1 mediumonion rings
- 4 pieceslemon wedges
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the thick yogurt, ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, ground cumin, garam masala, chaat masala, lemon juice, mustard oil, and salt to create the marinade.
Add the fish cubes to the marinade, gently folding to coat each piece evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for deeper flavor.
Preheat your grill or oven broiler to high heat (about 220°C or 425°F). If using skewers, soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before use.
Thread the marinated fish cubes onto skewers, alternating with onion rings. This helps impart flavor and prevents the fish from drying out.
Place the skewers on a grill rack or baking tray lined with foil. Grill or broil for about 12-15 minutes, turning once midway, until the fish is cooked through and has a slightly charred exterior.
Remove the fish tikka from the grill and sprinkle with freshly chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
