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Malvani Fish Curry

Name: Malvani Fish Curry
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 porcie
Cuisine: indian
Ingredients: 500 g fish steak cut into 2-inch pieces; 0,5 lyžička turmeric powder; 1 lyžička red chili powder; 0,5 lyžička salt; 0,5 šálka fresh coconut grated; 4 ks dried red chili; 1 lyžica coriander seed; 1 lyžička cumin seed; 0,5 lyžička black peppercorn; 2 ks clove; 3 strúčik garlic clove; 15 g ginger chopped; 1 lyžica tamarind paste; 0,25 šálka water; 2 lyžica coconut oil; 1 ks onion finely chopped; 2 ks green chili slit lengthwise; 1 ks tomato chopped; 1,5 šálka water; 10 ks curry leaf; 2 lyžica fresh coriander chopped

This Malvani fish curry features a rich, spicy coconut-based gravy, characteristic of the Konkan coast of Maharashtra. Fresh fish is simmered gently in a flavorful blend of spices, offering a taste of authentic Indian coastal cuisine. It's best served with steamed rice.

Originálny recept od Forkin

Celkový čas: 55 min
Porcie: 4
Náročnosť: Stredná

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Príprava

Suroviny

500 gfish steak, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 lyžicacoconut oil
1 ksonion, finely chopped
2 ksgreen chili, slit lengthwise
1 kstomato, chopped
1,5 šálkawater

fish marinade

0,5 lyžičkaturmeric powder
1 lyžičkared chili powder
0,5 lyžičkasalt

masala paste

0,5 šálkafresh coconut, grated
4 ksdried red chili
1 lyžicacoriander seed
1 lyžičkacumin seed
0,5 lyžičkablack peppercorn
2 ksclove
3 strúčikgarlic clove
15 gginger, chopped
1 lyžicatamarind paste
0,25 šálkawater

garnish

10 kscurry leaf
2 lyžicafresh coriander, chopped

Vybavenie

blender · large pot · mixing bowl · kadai

Postup

Krok za krokom

1
Wash the fish pieces thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Približne 2 min
Poznámka kuchára: Ensure fish is very dry for better marinade absorption.
2
In a bowl, combine the fish with turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
Približne 1 min
3
Gently mix to coat the fish evenly, then set aside to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Približne 15 min
Poznámka kuchára: Marinating allows the flavors to penetrate the fish.
4
For the masala paste, combine grated fresh coconut, dried red chilies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, black peppercorns, cloves, garlic cloves, ginger, and tamarind paste in a blender.
Približne 3 min
5
Add water and blend to a smooth, fine paste, adding a little more water if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
Približne 2 min
Poznámka kuchára: A smooth paste is key for a creamy curry.
6
Heat coconut oil in a large pot or kadai over medium heat.
Približne 1 min
7
Add the chopped onion and sauté until it turns translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Približne 7 min
Poznámka kuchára: Don't rush this step; properly cooked onions add sweetness.
8
Stir in the green chilies and chopped tomato, cooking until the tomatoes soften and release their juices, about 3-4 minutes.
Približne 4 min
9
Add the prepared masala paste to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the raw smell disappears and the oil starts to separate from the paste.
Približne 7 min
Poznámka kuchára: This step is crucial for developing the curry's deep flavor.
10
Pour in the water and bring the gravy to a gentle simmer.
Približne 3 min
11
Carefully slide the marinated fish pieces into the simmering gravy.
Približne 1 min
Poznámka kuchára: Handle the fish gently to prevent it from breaking.
12
Cover the pot and let the curry simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
Približne 10 min
Poznámka kuchára: Avoid overcooking the fish to keep it tender.
13
Garnish with curry leaves and fresh coriander.
Približne 1 min
14
Serve the Malvani Fish Curry hot with steamed rice or chapati.

Správne uchovanie

Skladovanie

Store leftover Malvani Fish Curry in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Ohrievanie

Gently reheat on the stovetop over low heat until warmed through, adding a splash of water if the gravy is too thick.