Authentic Malvani Fish Thali with Sol Kadhi
Experience the fiery coastal flavors of Maharashtra with a tangy, spiced fish curry paired with crispy fried fish and refreshing kokum digestif. A true seaside feast.
70min
Total Time
4
Servings
Maharashtrian
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Clean and wash the fish pieces thoroughly, then marinate them with a pinch of salt and turmeric powder.
2
Grind the grated coconut, dry red chillies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, peppercorns, garlic, and ginger into a smooth paste using a little water.
3
Heat coconut oil in a pan, add the ground masala paste, and sauté well until the oil begins to separate from the edges.
4
Add the malvani masala and tamarind extract, stirring continuously for a couple of minutes to blend the robust flavors.
5
Pour in warm water to adjust the gravy consistency and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
6
Carefully slide the fish pieces into the simmering curry and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes until the fish is tender and flaky.
7
Serve hot with steamed rice and a refreshing glass of chilled sol kadhi.
Ingredients
500g pomfret or kingfish fillets
1 cup grated fresh coconut
6-8 dried Kashmiri red chillies
1 tbsp coriander seeds
1 tsp cumin seeds
1/2 tsp peppercorns
4-5 garlic cloves
1-inch ginger
2 tbsp malvani masala
1 small lemon-sized ball of tamarind
2 tbsp coconut oil
Salt to taste
1 cup fresh kokum sol kadhi for serving
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.