Malabar Fish Curry is a popular fish preparation that is distinctive in taste. Tamarind, coconut and curry leaves give the curry its special flavor.
| Seer fish | 1 kg |
| Onion | 1 |
| Tomato | 1 |
| Green chillies | 2 |
| Fenugreek | one pinch |
| Garlic paste | 1 tsp |
| Chilli powder | 1 tbsp |
| Coriander powder | 1 tbsp |
| Turmeric powder | 1 tsp |
| Coconut milk | 2 cups |
| Tamarind | |
| Water | |
| Oil |
Heat oil in an earthenware pot. Add a pinch of fenugreek, one sliced onion, 1 tsp garlic paste, tomato, green chillies and salt. Sauté well. Add tamarind, curry leaves and half a cup of water. Cook for five minutes and then add coconut milk mixed with turmeric and boil. Add fish to the boiling curry. Cook for 15 minutes.