Pomfret fish curry is a popular dish from the South Indian coastal region. It is a flavorful and aromatic fish curry made with pomfret fish and a blend of spices. Here is a traditional recipe for making pomfret fish curry:
Ingredients:
- 500g pomfret fish, cleaned and sliced
- 2 cups of coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 2 dried red chilies
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons tamarind pulp
- 2 sprigs of curry leaves
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
Instructions:
- In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Once they start to crackle, add dried red chilies and cumin seeds.
- Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Cook until the onions turn translucent.
- Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Add tamarind pulp and 2 cups of water. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add the sliced pomfret fish to the pan and stir gently.
- Add coconut milk, salt to taste and mix well.
- Bring the curry to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the fish is cooked through.
- Finally, add curry leaves and cook for 1 minute more.
- Serve the pomfret fish curry with steamed rice.
This pomfret fish curry is a perfect blend of spices, coconut milk, and fish. The fish is cooked in a flavorful sauce that makes it taste delicious. The aroma of the curry leaves, ginger, garlic, and spices adds to the flavor of the dish. Try this recipe and enjoy the authentic taste of South Indian pomfret fish curry.