Kerala Coconut Fish Curry

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Heat coconut oil; add mustard seeds and let them pop, then add curry leaves carefully.

2. 02

   Step 2

   Fry onion for 7 minutes, followed by garlic, ginger and chilli for 1 minute.

3. 03

   Step 3

   Add tomatoes, coriander, turmeric and chilli powder; cook 5 minutes.

4. 04

   Step 4

   Add coconut milk, water, tamarind and salt; simmer gently for 5 minutes.

5. 05

   Step 5

   Slide in fish and simmer without vigorous stirring for 6–8 minutes until the thickest pieces reach 63°C. Rest 5 minutes before serving.