Tilapia Curry with Red Peppers and Awards!!

I haven't posted a fish recipe for quite sometime although I make it two or three times every week.For this recipe I've used Tilapia.Tilapia is a very mild tasting fish at least in comparison to Salmon or Trout that have so much flavor.I typically end up cooking Tilapia either as a curry or a crispy pan-fry.

This preparation is very versatile and works well even with Salmon,Trout or Atlantic Char.So the next time you're in the mood to have a satisfying fish curry,instead of driving over to your nearest Indian restaurant,try this delicious home cooked version that will not disappoint!

This is a very comforting and easy recipe that does not take too long and I usually make this on busy weeknights.I like to throw in different veggies sometimes into my fish curries not only for health purposes but also for the flavor they impart to the curry.This time I chose Red Peppers.

The cardamom and the spices gives this curry lots of flavor and the Red Pepper adds its sweetness and a vibrant color to beautifully contrast the Tilapia.Served on a bed of rice alongside a salad, it makes for a delicious and healthy meal.


Tilapia Curry with Red Peppers
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Ingredients:


Tilapia-5-6 medium pieces
Red Pepper-1 large cut into squares
Green Cardamom-2 
Onions- 1 finely chopped
Garlic paste-1 tsp
Ginger paste-1 tsp
Ground Coriander-1 tsp
Ground Cumin-1 tsp
Turmeric-1 tsp
Red Chilli Powder(cayenne)-1 tsp
Green Chillies (Jalapeños)-1 (optional)
Tomatoes-2 chopped
Oil-3 tbsp
Salt-to taste
Water-1 1/2 cups


Process:


Heat oil in a deep pan.Add the Cardamom.Once it sizzles add the onions.Fry until translucent.Add the ginger and garlic paste.Fry for about a minute and add the tomatoes.Add turmeric, coriander, cumin and cayenne.Fry about 5 mins stirring often.Once the mixture comes together and the tomatoes are cooked add the water and salt.Bring to a boil.Add the Tilapia and the peppers.Cover and cook on medium heat until done about 6-8 minutes.Check seasonings.Serve hot with rice!

Now on to some more exciting stuff!!Last month I was very fortunate to receive many awards from my friends.You can see the list of my awards here !Thanks so much dear friends for thinking of me :)


I just have to say that nominating blogs was very very difficult, since there are so many good ones that I like!So please do not be disappointed.If I could I would nominate every one of you :)


So lets start with the Leibster which was awarded to me by Laura @Lauralicious Recipes!Thanks my friend!I'm passing on the Leibster to these wonderful bloggers out there!Its been a pleasure getting to know you all through your beautiful blogs that I love to read :)

Liz @That Skinny Chick can bake!
Sofie @The German Foodie
Susan @The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
Jessica @Oh Cake
Alisha @Magic of Spice
Georie @Georgie Cakes

I was awarded the Happy Blogger award from my dear friend Carmen @Carmen's Kitchen!Carmen and I started blogging around the same time and I just love her scrumptious dishes!Please stop-by at her space to see for yourself :)Thanks so much Carmen!

I was also awarded the Sunshine Award by the lovely Susan@The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen!Thanks dear!I have to answer 10 questions about myself to receive this award.

So here we go:

1. Favorite Color – Red
2. Favorite Animal – Dogs (although I do not own one and don't plan to)
3. Favorite Number-7 and 11(my kids' birthdays!)
4. Favorite non-alcoholic drink –coconut water (its my latest craze!)
5. Facebook or Twitter – I'm using both right now, so both!
6. My passion-Cooking/Reading!
7. Prefer giving or receiving presents-Both!
8. Favorite Pattern-I don't have a favorite, I like many different patterns.
9. Favorite day of the week –Friday since its the start of the weekend!
10. Favorite flower – Roses

The Kreativ Blogger award was passed on to me by dear Susan @The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen and the lovely Sofie @The German Foodie!Thank you so much lovelies!

I have to state 10 facts about myself to receive this award!

Fact: 

1. I have a fashion background(have worked for fashion clients in Europe)and I've also worked for retail banks and a software company before starting my food blog!
2. I have two lovely kids aged 4 and 8 and they keep me on my toes all the time!
3. I'm a big time foodie!!Ever since I've started blogging even my dreams are mostly about food where I can see myself creating some very interesting fusion dishes!Maybe I should start a series called "DREAM DISHES"!
4. I've grown-up in India,lived in the UK for 5 years before moving to America about 7 years ago!Three different continents,varied experiences in culture,food and lifestyle, life has been one hell of a ride!
5. My favorite cuisine is Japanese especially Sushi!!My kids also enjoy it as much as we do :)
6. I love music and am always humming when I'm in my kitchen.
7. I always mix two shades of lipstick to create a unique shade.Always!Usually the darker shade is followed by a lighter one. 
8. I love being surrounded by warm,genuine,fun loving people.
9. I don't know how to ride a bike!
10. I hate emptying the dishwasher and ignore it for as long as I can(which is until late afternoon on most days!)If only there was a machine that could do it for me :)

KREATIVE,HAPPY BLOGGER AND SUNSHINE AWARDS:
I'm passing on these awards to these 10 blogs that I absolutely love and in no particular order:

1. Kelly @The Corner Kitchen
2. Nami @Just One Cookbook
3. Nupur @UK Rasoi
4. Jaime @Jaim's Kitchen
5. Kit @I-Lost in Austen
6. Laura @The Art of Cooking Real Food
7. Anuradha @Bakerstreet
8. Pola @An Italian Cooking in the Midwest
9. Anita @Hungry Couple
10. Suzanne @You made That?

So my friends until next time, Happy Cooking!