Ingredients

  • 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

Method

  • 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 saute 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.