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Ayila Mulakittathu (Kerala Style Spicy Mackerel Curry)

Name: Ayila Mulakittathu (Kerala Style Spicy Mackerel Curry)
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 500g mackerel; 2 tablespoons coconut oil; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1 sprig curry leaves; 2 medium onions, sliced; 2 green chilies, slit; 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste; 2 medium tomatoes, chopped; 1 tablespoon red chili powder; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 1 cup tamarind water; Salt to taste

45 min 600 kcal per serving Medium

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Ingredients

4 Servings

mackerel500 g
coconut oil2 tablespoons
mustard seeds1 teaspoon
curry leaves1 sprig
onions2 medium
green chilies2 pieces
ginger-garlic paste1 tablespoon
tomatoes2 medium
red chili powder1 tablespoon
turmeric powder1 teaspoon
coriander powder1 teaspoon
tamarind water1 cup
saltto taste

Instructions

1
Clean and cut the mackerel into pieces. Set aside.
2
Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
3
Add curry leaves, sliced onions, and slit green chilies. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
4
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
5
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
6
Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, and coriander powder. Mix well and sauté for a minute.
7
Pour in the tamarind water and bring the mixture to a boil.
8
Add the mackerel pieces and salt to taste. Cover and cook on low heat for about 10-15 minutes or until the fish is cooked through.
9
Adjust the seasoning if necessary and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
10
Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
11
Serve hot with steamed rice or your choice of accompaniment.