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Fish Mappas is a traditional dish from the southern Indian state of Kerala,very popular among the christian community and a must try dish in the Christmas menu. This delicacy  known for its rich flavors and aromatic spices . Fish Mappas is a coconut milk-based curry that features fresh fish, typically varieties like kingfish, pomfret, or perl spot. The dish is characterized by its creamy texture,…

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Fish Mappas Kerala style

INGREDIENTS:

3 tsp coconut oil

1/4 tsp mustard seeds

1/4 tsp fenugreek seeds

5-6 curry leaves

2 slit green chillies

1/2 sliced onion

1 tsp coriander powder

1/4 tsp mustard powder

1/2 chopped tomato

2 soaked kokum fruits

4 big cubes of any sea fish

1/2 cup fish stock

1/2 cup coconut milk

For the tempering:

2 tsp coconut oil

1/4 tsp ginger juliennes

1/4 tsp chopped garlic

5-6 curry leaves

2 Tbsp chopped shallots

  METHOD:

Heat oil in pan.

Add mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, curry leaves, slit green chillies and sliced onions. Saute till onions turn brown.

Now add coriander powder, mustard powder, chopped tomato, kokum fruits, big cubes of any sea fish and fish stock.

Cover and cook for 5 minutes.

Now remove cover and reduce to a semi dry consistency.

Add coconut milk and let simmer for 2 minutes taking care not to let the milk come to a boil.

Temper with coconut oil; ginger juliennes, chopped garlic, curry leave and chopped shallots.