Mackerel (Ayala) Fish Curry
This North Malabar style Mackerel (Ayala) Fish Curry is a simple, tasty dish loaded with multiple health benefits such as Omega-3 fatty acids, proteins, vitamins and essential minerals.
Ingredientsfor 4 servings
- 4 nos Mackerals large
- 1 nos Red onion
- 4 nos Green chillies
- 1/2 inch Ginger
- 4 nos Garlic pods
- Tamarind water
- 2 tbsp Red chilly powder
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- Salt, to taste
- Curry leaves, a few
- 1 tsp Coconut oil or Vegetable oil
- Coriander leaves
- 1 cup Thick coconut milk or 1 small can of coconut milk
Preparation
Step 1
In an earthen pot, place the cut and clean mackerals.
Step 2
Add to it the cut onions, ginger, garlic, green chillies, curry leaves, coriander leaves, red chillie powder, turmeric and salt.
Step 3
Pour the tamrind water and Stir everything together thoroughly.
Step 4
Let it cook for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Do not mix the fish or else it will break.
Step 6
Pour the coconut milk.
Step 7
Add 1 tsp of coconut oil or vegetable oil for flavour.
Step 8
With steamed rice.
Tip
Taste the gravy before adding the main ingredient. It should be well-seasoned and balanced on its own — the protein or vegetable will dilute it slightly.
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