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Fish Curry in Tangy Tamarind Gravy

Fish Curry in Tangy Tamarind Gravy balances bright, sour tamarind with gentle heat from red chile and the warmth of coriander and turmeric. Tender chunks of white carp soak up a rich, onion‑garlic base, finished with fresh cilantro for a clean, coastal finish. Serve it for a comforting dinner with steamed rice when you’re craving bold, well-rounded flavors.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook25 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyMedium
Fish Curry in Tangy Tamarind Gravy
  1. 1

    Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl, combine vegetable oil, chile powder, turmeric, and salt until well mixed. Add the fish, toss to coat thoroughly, and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Start the curry: Put tamarind pulp in a bowl and pour warm water over it. Squeeze the tamarind to extract the juice.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; add cumin seeds and stir for a few seconds. Add the onion to the cumin and cook, stirring, until the onion turns translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in the garlic paste and cook for 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the fish, cover the skillet, and cook for 5 minutes. Pour in the tamarind juice and bring to a boil. Turn the fish over; avoid over-stirring.

  5. 5

    Stir in chile powder, coriander, and salt. Cook over low heat until the sauce thickens and the oil separates, about 10 minutes. Garnish with cilantro.