SOUTH INDIAN FISH CURRY

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

Provided by Ash Joys

Categories     Curries

Time 35m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 kg fish, without pin bones- firm fleshed cut into medium size pieces
3 teaspoons oil (preferably Coconut oil)
1 few curry leaf
1 shallot, chopped finely
1 teaspoon tamarind pulp
1 1/2 teaspoons ginger-garlic paste
3 teaspoons red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
2 teaspoons coriander powder
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
asafoetida powder, A pinch

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 49.7, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 21.9, Carbohydrate 3.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.6, Protein 0.9

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