One of the tastiest and most aromatic fish dishes celebrating flavours of marinated fish grilled to perfection is fish tikka. This recipe of fish tikka is a great seafood delight that brings a healthy yet indulgent meal perfect for any occasion it casual family dinner or a festive gathering. This recipe of fish tikka begins with fresh, firm fish such as salmon, tilapia, or cod. The fish needs to be cut into little pieces and marinated in yoghurt, lemon juice, and a spice mix of turmeric, cumin, coriander, and red chilli powder. Marinating will, apart from flavouring the fish with the sweetness of its very juices, also render it tender. Marinate pieces of fish for at least an hour. On skewers, alternate colourful bell peppers and onions with pieces of fish. Grill or oven-bake the skewers until the fish is cooked through and slightly charred, about 10-15 minutes. Serve fish tikka hot accompanied by mint chutney or tangy tamarind sauce to be served as a dip. Here, to the fish, combinations of smoky and spicy flavours go very well along with fresh accompaniments to make for a memorable dish. This fish tikka recipe not only is very easy to prepare but also provides many nutrients, making it so perfect for health-conscious eaters. So enjoy the very fantastic flavours putting the beauty of grilled seafood right on center stage!

• 500 gms fish
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• Salt
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp red chilli powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin powder

• Start with 500 gms of boneless fish, either salmon or tilapia.
• Cut the fillets into 2-inch cubes. Pat the pieces of fish dry with a paper towel to get rid of the excess moisture.
• This ensures that marinade clings well to the fish and gives the right grilled texture.
• Take a mixing bowl and add 200 gms of thick curd (yoghurt) to it.
• The yoghurt will act as a tenderiser and give the fish a smooth creamy texture.
• Add to the yoghurt 1 tablespoon of ginger-garlic paste for aromatic depth, then 1 teaspoon of red chilli powder for heat, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder for colour, 1 teaspoon of garam masala for warmth, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder for earthiness, and 1/2 teaspoon of cumin powder for a hint of nuttiness.
• Combine all the ingredients and mix well so that it forms a smooth marinate, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and salt to taste.
• Put all your prepared pieces into your prepared marinade and gently toss to coat each piece well.
• Toss gently as the cubes of fish may break if tossed roughly.
• Then cover the bowl, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or better still, overnight so that flavours settle into the fish and make for a tastier dish.
• Preheat your grill or oven to 200 C (392 F) - about 20 minutes before you plan to cook.
• The fish will acquire that taut, pink, charred outside over the top of the perfectly cooked pink flesh if you preheat well.
• Once marinated time to put the pieces of fish into metal or wooden skewers, and keep a little space in between.
• Now, this is to let each piece sit being cooked evenly without steaming, therefore giving it that perfect char.
• Place skewers on a preheated grill or oven.
• Cooking time will be about 15-20 minutes with each side. Do not forget to turn the fish. Fish will be done when it is fully cooked with a slight charring at the edges.
• Please monitor closely because fish dries out easily and becomes mushy if overcooked.
• Cooked, the fish tikka is removed tenderly from the skewers and served steaming hot with bright mint chutney and wedges of lemon.
• The flashes of flavour across the mint chutney cut through the richness, while wedges of lemon add their ephemeral sourness, which brightens all the richer elements.
• Salmon and tilapia would make the perfect choices, but a firm-fleshed cod or even halibut would be perfectly workable.
• The best flavour comes when you allow the fish to marinate overnight.
• However, in case of urgency, it still can make a good difference when marinated for half an hour.
• Using an oven and instead going for a grill would be perfect at the end of the cooking time- that charred effect.
• Indeed, this Fish Tikka is a good dish to impress your guests or just enjoy a delightful meal at home.
• The aromatic spices and tender fish yield a unique flavour that everyone would love to have more of.
• This can be an enjoyable appetizer or served with basmati rice for a filling meal. Happy cooking!