Kerala style tawa fried fish with special masala and curry leaves
Kerala style tawa fried fish with special masala and curry leaves is a delicious and flavorful dish from the southern state of Kerala in India. It typically involves marinating the fish in a blend of spices that may include turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and other spices. The fish is then pan-fried on a tawa (flat griddle) with curry leaves to add a fragrant and aromatic touch. It's a popular dish known for its bold flavors and is often served with rice or roti.
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Ingredients
- 4 lbs fish (such as kingfish, pomfret, or tilapia)
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 handful curry leaves
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt to create the special masala paste.
- Rub the masala paste over the fish, ensuring they are evenly coated. Allow the fish to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a tawa or flat griddle over medium heat.
- Place the marinated fish on the tawa and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the fish is cooked through and has a nice golden crust.
- Add curry leaves to the tawa and cook for another minute to release their aromatic flavor.
- Serve the tawa fried fish hot with steamed rice or roti.
- Enjoy!
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Nutrition
Calories: 442kcal (22%)Carbohydrates: 1gProtein: 91g (182%)Fat: 8g (12%)Saturated Fat: 3g (19%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 227mg (76%)Sodium: 245mg (11%)Potassium: 1408mg (40%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 174IU (3%)Vitamin C: 10mg (12%)Calcium: 58mg (6%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
