Fish Curry Takeaway from Meghdoots

My favourite Indian restaurant is Meghdoots in the picturesque West Sussex town of Petworth.  This restaurant is no 'run of the mill' curry house.  Proprietors, Sanjay and Milli offer authentic cuisine, derived from regions of India, all prepared fresh to order. First impressions are good with contemporary decor and a friendly welcome.  This continues with helpful service from the staff and plenty of advice on the best combination of dishes.  One great advantage of fresh preparation is that you can choose how 'hot' you would like your curry.  

We have enjoyed many a superb meal at Meghdoots but on this occasion we opted for the takeaway service.  Sanjay recommended the 'Chef Special' fish curry which comprised Tilapia, Squid and Prawns in a mild sauce with carefully blended spices.  To accompany we had Dal Palak, an unusual blend of spinach and yellow lentils, saffron flavoured Pulao Rice and a Roti bread.  A superb combo which was a great way to wind up the week.

Fish Curry

I made this delicious fish curry today and it was simple to make so here are the basics. Cut Tilapia fillets into strips and lay in the bottom of an ovenproof dish with raw shelled prawns. Chop one onion and spread over the fish. Sprinkle with slices of fresh garlic, ginger and sweet pepper. Squeeze the juice of one fresh lime on the top. Add a large jar of Tikka Masala cook-in sauce and leave to marinade in a cool place for an hour or so. Bake in a hot oven for 20 minutes then serve with brown rice, spinach and a slice of lime. Enjoy.

Fish Tikka at Meghdoots, Petworth

Meghdoots Mystique Masala restaurant is an absolute gem yet to be discovered by the masses but highly recommended on Tripadvisor.  I was there last Saturday and had this delicious Fish Tikka.  Made with Tilapia fillets expertly blended with traditional spices and lime this is a dish to savour with every delicious mouthful. Combined with their speciality spinach rice and black lentil dahl and washed down with a glass of cold Cobra, it was perfect Indian cuisine. Tilapia refers to a group of fish called chichlids which are native to Africa and is one of the most sustainable fish according to the Marine Conservation Society.  Tilapia lend themselves well to stronger flavours.