Fish Rice Bowl

◷ Prep & cook time: 20mins | Servings: 4

This Fish Rice Bowl combines fluffy rice with pan-seared fish seasoned using our Fiery Fish Masala: Aagri Masala and a fresh salad of cucumber, tomato, onion and greens. The fish stays the centre of the bowl while the vegetables add contrast and freshness.

Ingredients:

500g boneless firm white fish fillets, cut into large pieces

15g Aazol’s Fiery Fish Masala: Aagri Masala

15g neutral vegetable oil

300g uncooked white rice, rinsed

120g cucumber, sliced

120g tomato, sliced or halved

80g lettuce, roughly torn

80g red onion, thinly sliced

15g fresh coriander, chopped

20g lemon juice

Water for cooking the rice

Instructions:

1. Cook the rinsed rice according to the packet instructions until tender and fluffy. Keep it covered and warm while preparing the fish.

2. Pat the fish dry and coat it evenly with Aazol’s Fiery Fish Masala: Aagri Masala and half of the lemon juice.

3. Heat the oil in a wide pan over medium-high heat. Add the fish in a single layer and cook for 3–4 minutes on the first side. Turn and cook for another 2–3 minutes until opaque and flaky through the centre.

4. Combine the cucumber, tomato, lettuce and onion with the remaining lemon juice and half of the coriander. Toss gently just before serving.

5. Divide the cooked rice equally between four bowls. Arrange the salad to one side and place an equal portion of the warm fish over the rice.

6. Finish with the remaining coriander and serve immediately while the fish is warm and the salad remains crisp.

Serve this Fish Rice Bowl as a complete meal with bold coastal fish and fresh vegetables.