Fish Tikka Masala with Sardines

This easy Fish Tikka Masala is a quick curry that's filled with comforting and warming spices, a creamy tomato sauce, and spicy sardines.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 teaspoons garam masala
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 15 ounce can tomatoes (diced or crushed)
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 tins sardines (~4oz) packed in chili + oil, oil discarded (King Oscar Spanish Style Sardines Recommended)
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt (optional)
• fresh cilantro (optional garnish)
• To serve: naan, jasmine, or basmati rice ((Use cauliflower rice for low carb option))

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Pour oil into a large pan or wok. Add the mustard seeds, and heat over medium heat until the seeds begin to pop (2-3 minutes).
2. 2Add the diced onion, garam masala, smoked paprika, and salt. Stir onions until they begin to soften (3-4 minutes).
3. 3Add tomatoes. Cover pan, and let the tomatoes simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
4. 4Add the milk and sardines. Simmer another 5 minutes.
5. 5Taste curry, and add more salt if necessary.
6. 6Serve with a dollop of yogurt and fresh cilantro (optional.) Curry pairs well with rice or naan.
7. 7This curry is best served right away, but leftovers can be kept refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one day.