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Wardha Pantry Tea-Estate Sardine
🇮🇳 Indian

Wardha Pantry Tea-Estate Sardine

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Wardha cooking — Wardha Pantry Tea-Estate Sardine brings a tea-estate touch with a classic handi finish. About 30 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 10 min Cook 20 min Serves 2 Hard

Ingredients

  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Sardines8, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

  6. 6

    Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

Toast whole spices until fragrant before grinding.

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