Kerala Fish Fry

Ingredients

• 500 grams skinless firm White Fish, slices or pieces well washed
• 1 Tablespoon finely sliced Garlic
• 1 Tablespoon Ginger Juliennes
• 4 Green Chillies, slit

• 4 Green Chillies, slit

• 4 Green Chillies, slit

• 4 Green Chillies, slit

• 1 teaspoon Red Chilli powder
• 1 medium Onion, finely sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 small raw Mango, sliced or Tomato, chopped
• 2 cups Water
• 1 sprig Curry Leaves
• 2 Tablespoons Oil
• Salt to taste

Method for “Kerala Fish Fry”

Heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed pan till hot. Add the garlic, ginger, green chillies and onions. Saute for about 4 minutes. Add the turmeric powder, red chilli powder, curry leaves and salt. Saute briefly. Add the water and raw mango slices/chopped tomato. Bring to a boil. Drop in the fish and mix gently. Cover and cook on low for about 10 minutes or till the fish is cooked and the gravy is semi-dry. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Cooking Tips:

For a sour taste, either vinegar, lime juice or tamarind paste can be used in place of raw mango or tomato.