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Kottayam Fish Curry – Kerala Style with Kudampuli

Kottayam Fish Curry is a traditional Kerala-style curry made with kudampuli (black kokum), giving it a tangy flavor. A signature dish from Kottayam.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Kerla, South Indian
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:
  • 500 g fish seer, kingfish, or sardines
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 1 tomato chopped
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 2 pieces kudampuli soaked in water
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • Curry leaves
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Heat coconut oil, add fenugreek seeds, onions, curry leaves.
  2. Add ginger-garlic paste, sauté 1 minute.
  3. Mix in chili powder, turmeric, and tomato. Cook until oil separates.
  4. Add kudampuli water and 2 cups water. Boil.
  5. Add fish pieces, simmer gently for 10 minutes.
  6. Finish with curry leaves and coconut oil drizzle.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:
  • Best with Kerala matta rice or steamed rice.
  • Can be served with tapioca (kappa).
  • Tastes great with appam.