Have you tried cooking sardines like this? Quick & Tasty Canned Sardines Curry Recipe |

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: individual spices

Homemade spice blend can be tailored to taste and may be cheaper.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped red onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped tomato and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Mix in fennel seeds, fenugreek seeds, cumin seeds, chilli powder, and fish curry powder; cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Pour in water and stir to combine; bring to a simmer.

Add canned sardines, breaking them gently into chunks; simmer for 5 minutes.

Stir in chopped green chilies, lady's finger, and salt to taste; adjust seasoning as needed.

Remove from heat and stir in evaporated milk or coconut milk before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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