Fish and Chip Shop Curry Sauce

Bring the iconic flavors of the British seaside to your kitchen with this Fish and Chip Shop Curry Sauce. This rich, mildly spiced sauce is a nostalgic blend of onion, garlic, and aromatic spices like curry powder, turmeric, and ground ginger, perfectly balanced with tangy malt vinegar and just a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. Whisked into a smooth roux and simmered to perfection, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with crispy chips and golden battered fish or works as a vibrant dip for snacks. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a simple and delicious way to elevate your classic takeaway-style meal at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 30 grams butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 tablespoons mild curry powder
• 0.5 teaspoons turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 2 tablespoons plain flour
• 500 milliliters chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 tablespoons tomato puree
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoons malt vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place a medium saucepan over medium heat and melt the butter.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent, stirring occasionally to prevent browning.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, mild curry powder, turmeric powder, and ground ginger. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices and release their aroma.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the plain flour and stir to coat the onions and spices, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to form a roux.

Step 5

Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable stock, whisking continuously to prevent lumps.

Step 6

Add the tomato puree, brown sugar, and malt vinegar. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Season with salt and pepper to taste, then bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Once the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, remove from the heat.

Step 10

For a smooth and silky sauce, blend using an immersion blender or transfer to a stand blender. Alternatively, leave it as is for a slightly textured finish.

Step 11

Serve warm with crispy chips and battered fish, or use as a dipping accompaniment for your favorite snacks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	722.2 grams (722.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	441

Total Fat 27.60g	35%
Saturated Fat 14.00g	70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 71mg	24%
Sodium 3497mg	152%
Total Carbohydrate 41.40g	15%
Dietary Fiber 6.90g	25%
Total Sugars 12.70g
Protein 8.60g	17%

Vitamin D 5IU	24%
Calcium 149mg	11%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 594mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.4%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 36.9%