Fish Kofta Curry (Burma)

Name: Fish Kofta Curry (Burma)
Cuisine: Asian, Indian, Middle Eastern
Ingredients: Koftas; 1 kg/2 lb firm white fish fillets; (jewfish, cod or gemfish); 1 medium onion, very finely chopped; 1 teaspoon crushed garlic; 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger; 2 tablespoons lime or lemon juice; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh coriander or dill; 2 slices white bread, soaked in hot water; and squeezed dry; 1 teaspoon anchovy paste or sauce (optional); 2 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; Curry; 1/4 cup gingelly oil or peanut oil; mixed with 1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil; 3 medium onions, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1-2 teaspoons chilli powder; 1 teaspoon paprika (optional); 2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon dried shrimp paste; 375 ml/12 fl oz/1 1/2 cups hot water; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves; 2 tablespoons lime or lemon juice; Directions