Easy Sardine Curry with Rice
Tinned sardines in a fragrant tomato and ginger sauce, ready in 30 minutes for pennies a plate.
- Time30 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.70 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Cook the rice following the packet instructions, then keep it covered.
12 min - 2
Heat the oil in a deep frying pan over a medium heat. Cook the onion for 8 minutes until soft and golden.
8 min - 3
Add the garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric and chilli. Stir for 1 minute until it smells warm and spicy.
1 min - 4
Pour in the tomatoes with half a tin of water. Simmer for 10 minutes until thick and glossy.
10 min - 5
Add the sardines with their sauce and the peas. Break the fish up gently and simmer for 4 minutes.
4 min - 6
Stir in the lemon juice and half the coriander. Serve over the rice with the rest of the coriander on top.
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