Kerala Fish Curry

Ingredients list for Kerala Fish Curry

• 450 grams Pomfret , cut into darnes
• 1 teaspoon Red chilli powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• to taste Salt
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Coriander seeds
• 2 Dried red chillies
• 3-4 tablespoons Fresh coconut , scraped
• 1 tablespoon Rice , soaked
• 2-3 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon Ginger , chopped
• 1 medium Onion , finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Tamarind pulp
• 2 tablespoons Coconut milk

Method

1. Take pomfret darnes in a large bowl, add red chilli powder, turmeric powder and salt and mix well. Keep aside to marinate.
2. Heat a non-stick pan, add cumin seeds and coriander seeds and dry roast till fragrant. Cool and transfer into a mixer jar.
3. Add dried red chillies, coconut, soaked rice and some water and grind to a smooth paste.
4. Heat coconut oil in a deep non-stick pan, add ginger and onions and sauté till onions turn light golden in colour.
5. Add the ground paste, salt and 2 cups of water and mix well. Let the mixture come to a boil.
6. Add the marinated fish pieces, a little salt and tamarind pulp, mix well and simmer for 4-5 minutes.
7. Add coconut milk, mix and bring to a boil. Turn the heat off.
8. Transfer into a serving bowl serve hot with steamed rice.