Malabar Fish Curry
A vibrant Kerala fish curry from the Malabar coast, built on a smooth fresh-coconut paste brightened with turmeric, chilli and tangy tamarind. Firm white fish simmers gently in the golden gravy before a fragrant coconut-oil tempering of mustard, shallots and curry leaves is poured over. Serve with hot matta rice for the perfect balance of spice, salt and tart.
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Malabar fish curry is a popular Keralan curry from the coastal Malabar district, traditionally made with a coconut base. This version uses freshly grated coconut ground into a paste with tamarind for sourness; a coconut-milk variation also exists. Best enjoyed with Kerala Matta rice, extra tangy and spicy.