South Indian Fish Curry

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South Indian Fish Curry

Description

It's a staple in Kerala - the southernmost state of India. It's spicy and tangy and is excellent with rice.

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :15 Min

Cook Time : 20 Min

Total Time : 35 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 4
  • 1kg fish, without pin bones- firm fleshed cut into medium size pieces


  • 3teaspoons oil (preferably Coconut oil)


  • 1 curry leaf


  • 1 shallot


  • 1 tamarind pulp


  • 1 1⁄2 teaspoons ginger-garlic paste


  • 3 red chili powder


  • 1⁄2 turmeric powder


  • 2 coriander powder


  • 1 fenugreek seeds


  • 1 mustard seeds


  • asafoetida powder

Directions

  • Wash and clean the fish.
  • Mix the chili powder, turmeric and coriander powder with a few drops of water to make a thick paste.
  • In a shallow pan, heat the oil.
  • Add the mustard seeds and the fenugreek seeds and sauté till they splutter.
  • Add the shallots and fry till golden brown.
  • Add the spices paste and fry for 2 minutes.
  • Add 1 cup water and tamarind and bring to boil.
  • Add the fish pieces, add curry leaves and sprinkle asafetida from the top.
  • Cook for 20- 25 minutes.
  • Serve with rice.
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