Hassan fish Curry. OR Hoopla Curry

hassar fish

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: catfish

Tilapia is widely available and has a similar texture.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

Clean the hassar fish by removing the guts and washing it thoroughly with warm water.

Rub the fish with lemon and salt to remove any rank smell.

Prepare fresh herbs including oregano, coriander, broadleaf, rosemary, and basil.

Chop ginger, garlic, and onion for seasoning.

Prepare a masala mix with one heaping spoon of masala, half a teaspoon of roasted jeera, and half a teaspoon of turmeric powder.

Use three tablespoons of curry powder for flavoring.

Blend the chopped herbs and spices together with the masala mix.

Drain the fish and prepare to cook it.

Heat vegetable oil in a pan until hot.

Add the masala mix to the hot oil and let it fry for a while.

Add salt to taste and cover the pan to let it fry until it becomes dry.

Add two cleaned potatoes to the pan and stir.

Add chopped onion and tomato to the pan and mix well.

Heat some water separately and add it to the pan once the masala is ready.

Cover the pan and let it boil until the sauce thickens.

Add chopped bell pepper and cilantro to steam in the boiling mixture.

Add tamarind for a zingy flavor and let it cook until finished.

Check the consistency and ensure everything is cooked well before serving.

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