Fish Piralan
Fresh fish cooked the Kerala way — with coconut, curry leaves, and a tartness that comes from kudampuli or tamarind. Coastal Kerala cooking at its simplest and best.
Ingredientsfor 5 servings
- 5 nos Sardine fish small
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 11/2 tbsp Red chilly powder
- 3 tbsp Coriander powder
- 3 tbsp Pepper powder
- 4 tbsp Coconut oil or Sunflower oil
- Salt, to taste
- Tamarind water, as needed
Preparation
Step 1
Clean the fish and make small cuts like the way we do when we fry fish.
Step 2
Get the above masalas and mix it well with 2 cups of water.
Step 3
Pour oil and tamarind water.
Step 4
Add salt and Stir everything together thoroughly.
Step 5
Place the fish carefully in the vessel.
Step 6
The water should be just above the fish.
Step 7
When it starts boiling, reduce the flame.
Step 8
Cook till all the water is gone and it is fried properly.
Tip
Seafood cooks in minutes. The single biggest mistake is overcooking — the moment fish turns opaque or prawns curl and go pink, they are done.
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