Tamarind king fish curry – king fish/king mackerel in tamarind sauce | Primal Palate

Tamarind king fish curry – king fish/king mackerel in tamarind sauce

King fish/king mackerel cooked in a ‪‎spicy‬ tamarind and tomato sauce.

5 minutes

25 minutes

Difficulty

This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	252
Fat:	16 g
Carbohydrates:	7 g
Protein:	32 g
Calculated per serving.

by myindiantaste

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Serves: 3

Ingredients

6 pieces 6 pieces 6 pieces Swordfish, or king mackerel or any other firm fish
1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp Garlic, crushed or paste
1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp Ginger Root, grated or paste
1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp Coriander, ground
1 tsp 1 tsp 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
0.5 tsp 0.5 tsp 0.5 tsp Chili Powder, more or less, as per taste
0.5 tsp 0.5 tsp 0.5 tsp Salt, more or less, as per taste
1 whole 1 whole 1 whole Onion, chopped
1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp Cumin Seed, Whole
1 tsp 1 tsp 1 tsp Fennel Seed
2 whole 2 whole 2 whole Tomato, grated or pureed
1 cup 1 cup 1 cup Water
1 tsp 1 tsp 1 tsp Tamarind Paste
1 bunch 1 bunch 1 bunch Cilantro, chopped, to garnish
2 Tbsp 2 Tbsp 2 Tbsp Olive Oil, Extra Virgin

Process

Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Into a bowl mix garlic, ginger, coriander powder, turmeric powder and salt and keep aside.
Heat oil into a deep frying pan. Add cumin and fennel seeds. When they start to sizzle add chopped onion and stir fry until the onion gets golden brown in color.
Add garlic, ginger, salt, coriander and turmeric powder mixture. Mix and fry for about 3 minutes.
Now add pureed tomatoes and red chilli powder, mix and cook for another 3 minutes.
Pour in 1 cup of water and bring to a boil.
Add 1 tsp tamarind pulp, mix and cook for another 1 minute.
Turn the heat to low and add fish slices. Cover the pan and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Garnish with fresh coriander/cilantro leaves and serve warm with boiled rice, flat bread or grilled vegetables.