Kane Fish Curry
A coastal delicacy featuring ladyfish cooked in a spicy coconut-based gravy, seasoned with traditional spices.
Cuisines
Mangalorean
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 50 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 500 grams | kane fish (ladyfish), cleaned and cut into pieces |
| 1 cup | grated coconut |
| 1 tablespoon | coriander seeds |
| 1 teaspoon | cumin seeds |
| 1 teaspoon | mustard seeds |
| 5-6 | dry red chilies |
| 1 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| 1 small | tamarind, soaked in water |
| 2 | green chilies, slit |
| 1 | onion, finely chopped |
| 2 tablespoons | coconut oil |
| — | salt to taste |
| 1 cup | water |
Instructions
- 1 Grind the grated coconut, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, dry red chilies, turmeric powder, and soaked tamarind into a smooth paste using a little water.
- 2 Heat coconut oil in a pan and add the chopped onion. Sauté until the onion turns translucent.
- 3 Add the ground masala paste and fry for a few minutes until the raw smell disappears.
- 4 Add water to the pan and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 5 Add the kane fish pieces and green chilies to the pan.
- 6 Season with salt and simmer the curry on low heat until the fish is cooked and the flavors meld together, about 15-20 minutes.
- 7 Serve hot with steamed rice.
Tips
For enhanced flavor, allow the curry to rest for a few hours before serving.