Fish thokku

Ingredients

Fish(boneless pieces) -500gms

Tamarind pulp-3tsp

Chilly powder-3tsp

Corriander powder -2tsp

Turmeric powder-1/2 tsp

Grated coconut-3tbsp

Rice(uncooked)-2tsp

Small onions-2

Cumin seeds-1/2 tsp

Oil-1.5tbsp

Curry leaves for garnishing

1. Method
2. Soak the rice in water just 10mins before you start.
3. In a thick –bottomed vessel ,gently heat 1tbsp of oil.
4. When it turns warm add chilly powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder and fry until the raw smell disappears. Take care not to let them burn
5. Now add the fish pieces and gently sauté till the masala coats each piece.
6. Now dilute the tamarind pulp in a cup of water and add to the fish .Bring it to boil.
7. Grind coconut,soaked rice,cumin seeds,onions to a fine paste
8. Add the coconut paste to the boiling fish and cook till the gravy thickens and coats well on all pieces
9. Now pour ½ tbsp oil over the gravy and garnish with curry leaves.
10. Keep covered for 30 mins and then the dish is then ready to serve.