THENGA ARACHA MEEN CURRY






Ingredients
  1. Fish cut into medium sized pieces- 8 to 10 nos
  2. Fenugreek seeds- 1/4 tsp
  3. Kudampuli/kokum pieces(soaked  in water)-2 to 3 nos
  4. Tomato sliced- 1 small
  5. Curry leaves- 1 sprig
  6. Mustard seeds
  7. Oil
  8. Water
  9. Salt to taste
To grind
  1. Grated coconut- 1 cup
  2. Green chilies-3to 4  nos(or to taste)
  3. Shallots/chumanulli- 5 nos
  4. Ginger- 1" piece
  5. Garlic- 2 medium cloves
  6. Turmeric powder-1/2 tsp
  7. Chili powder-1 /2 tsp


Method
  • Grind all the ingredients listed under 'To grind' with enough water to form a very fine paste.Keep aside.
  • Heat oil in a pan,add mustard seeds and let it splutter.Now add fenugreek seeds and saute for 15- 20 seconds.
  • Now add the ground coconut paste,Kudampuli/kokum,sliced tomato,curry leaves,salt to taste and enough water,stir well .
  • Add the fish pieces,cover and cook till done over low flame.
  • Simmer for few minutes till the gravy thickens.



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