Spicy East Indian Fish Curry Recipe | Authentic Indian Style Fish Curry

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken is often more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, and evaporated milk is often less expensive.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile and is usually more accessible.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Bell peppers add sweetness without heat, while red pepper flakes are a budget-friendly spice.

Prepare the masala paste by soaking tamarind in warm water and blending it with grated coconut, dried red chillies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, turmeric, ginger, and garlic until smooth.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.

Stir in sliced tomatoes and chopped curry leaves, cooking until softened.

Add the prepared masala paste and cook for a few minutes until fragrant.

Gently add the fish slices into the pot and cook until the fish is tender and cooked through.

Season with salt to taste and garnish with coriander leaves before serving.

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