MuDdushyanchi Aamti(Ladyfish curry)

 

This is a small fish and has scales on the  outer side. While cleaning one has  to take care of that.

Ingredients
3-4 ladyfishes(muDdushya)
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp red chili powder
2-3 kokum/aamsule
salt to taste

Tempering
1-2 tsp oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion

To be ground
1/2 cup of grated coconut
1-2 tsp of chopped onion
3-4 peppercorns

Method

• Scrape the outer side of the fish. Cut off the head and tail. Take out the entrails from the cavity. Cut the gills. Wash under tap water.
• Apply turmeric powder,red chili powder, salt and keep aside to marinate for 10-15 minutes.
• Grind coconut,peppercorns and onion in a grinder to make a fine paste.
• Heat oil in a pan and add chopped onion. Fry till it changes to light brown.
• Add marinated fish pieces and toss. Add 1/2 cup warm water. Cook on low flame for 2-3 minutes.Add ground paste and stir well. Bring it to boil. Add salt stir well. Take off the heat.
• Add  kokum/aamsule. Cover and keep aside for 5 minutes before serving.
• Serve with steamed rice.

Note
Kokum/aamsule can be replaced by tamarind.