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Traditional Kerala Fish Curry with Biju's Greenleaf Fish Masala
Experience the authentic taste of Kerala with this flavorful fish curry made using Biju's Greenleaf Fish Masala. Crafted with fresh fish, tangy kudampuli, and aromatic spices, this traditional recipe delivers a rich, spicy, and perfectly balanced curry that's best enjoyed with steamed rice, kappa, or appam.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
30 min
Serves
4
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Ingredients 13 items
Fish (seer fish, king fish, pomfret, or sardines)
Biju's Greenleaf Fish Masala
2 tbsp
Turmeric powder
1 tbsp
Shallots, sliced
6
Green chilies, slit
5
Ginger, crushed
1 Inch
Garlic cloves, crushed
6
Medium tomatoes, chopped
2
Pieces kudampuli (Malabar tamarind), soaked
3
Cups water
2
Coconut oil
2 tbsp
Sprig curry leaves
1
Salt to taste
Instructions
- 1
Clean the fish thoroughly and set aside.
- 2
Heat coconut oil in a clay pot (manchatti). Add shallots, ginger, garlic, green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté until fragrant.
- 3
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft.
- 4
Add Biju's Greenleaf Fish Masala and turmeric powder. Stir gently for 1 minute to release the rich aroma of the spices.
- 5
Pour in water and add soaked kudampuli along with the soaking liquid. Season with salt and bring to a gentle boil.
- 6
Carefully add the fish pieces. Cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
- 7
Swirl the pot occasionally instead of stirring to prevent the fish from breaking.
- 8
Finish with a drizzle of coconut oil and fresh curry leaves. Let the curry rest for 15–20 minutes before serving for the best flavor.