Are you craving a delicious and authentic South Indian dish? Look no further than Nellore Chepala Pulusu, also known as Nellore Fish Curry. This dish hails from the coastal city of Nellore in Andhra Pradesh and is loved for its bold flavors and aromatic spices. Whether you’re a seafood lover or just looking to expand your culinary horizons, this recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients:
– 500g fish (pomfret, kingfish, or any firm-fleshed fish)
– 3 tbsp oil
– 1 tsp mustard seeds
– 1 sprig curry leaves
– 2 onions, finely chopped
– 2 tomatoes, chopped
– 1 inch ginger, minced
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 2 green chilies, slit
– 1 tsp turmeric powder
– 1 tbsp red chili powder
– 1½ tbsp coriander powder
– 1 tsp cumin powder
– ½ tsp fenugreek seeds
– Tamarind pulp (lemon-sized ball soaked in water)
– Salt to taste
– Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Recipe:
1. Clean and wash the fish thoroughly. Set aside.
2. In a deep pan, heat oil over medium heat and add mustard seeds. Once they start to splutter, add curry leaves and sauté for a minute.
3. Add chopped onions and cook until they turn golden brown.
4. Stir in the minced ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Cook for a couple of minutes until the raw smell disappears.
5. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
6. Mix in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and fenugreek seeds. Cook for a minute.
7. Add tamarind pulp along with 2 cups of water and let it come to a boil.
8. Gently slide in the cleaned fish pieces into the curry and cook for 8-10 minutes or until the fish is cooked through.
9. Season with salt and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
10. Serve hot with steamed rice or roti.
Get ready to impress your family and friends with this lip-smacking Nellore Fish Curry that is sure to transport your taste buds to the coastal shores of Andhra Pradesh. Enjoy!