Fish & Prawn Masala Curry
Firm fish, plump prawns or both — braised whole spices, a deep tomato masala, whole red chillies and a squeeze of lemon. Five minutes on high heat and it's done.
Method
Braise the onions
Braise the onions in the oil with the Akhals 5 Spice Whole until golden brown.
Build the masala
Add in the ginger & garlic paste with the tomatoes and the Akhals Fish & Prawn Masala. Cook for 5 minutes.
Add the seafood
Add in the fish or prawns (or both) with 1 cup of water. Add the salt and whole chillies.
High heat
Cook for 5 minutes on high heat — no longer, or the seafood toughens.
Finish
Add chopped coriander and curry leaves, the lemon juice, and tamarind if using. Serve with rice.
From the Akhals kitchen
- Tamarind gives the gravy a gentle sour edge — the coastal way.
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