Fish

There is nothing quite like good fresh fish. It is light, cooks fast and may be prepared simply and elegantly at the same time. Needless to say, the types of fish available in Indian rivers, lakes and seas are different from those that can be found in the colder British waters.

What I have done for this chapter is to work out Indian-style recipes for the fish that are commonly available in Britain. The prawns I have used are the frozen raw ones that are found in supermarkets or fishmongers. Just look for the largest and best varieties that you can find.