Nethi Chepala Pulusu
A spicy and tangy fish curry cooked with tamarind and traditional Andhra spices. This dish is a quintessential part of the coastal Andhra cuisine.
Cuisines
Andhra
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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500 grams | Catfish |
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2 tablespoons | Tamarind , pulp |
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1 cup | Onion , finely chopped |
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2 tablespoons | Ginger-garlic paste |
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3 tablespoons | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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2 tablespoons | Coriander powder |
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1 teaspoon | Fenugreek Seed |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed |
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2 tablespoons | Curry Leaf |
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3 tablespoons | Oil |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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2 cups | Water |
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2 tablespoons | Cilantro , chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Clean the nethi chepalu thoroughly and set aside.
- 2 In a bowl, mix the tamarind pulp with 2 cups of water and set aside.
- 3 Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds. Allow them to splutter.
- 4 Add the chopped onions and curry leaves. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
- 5 Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another 2 minutes.
- 6 Add the red chili powder, turmeric powder, and coriander powder. Mix well and cook for 1 minute.
- 7 Pour in the tamarind water mixture and add salt to taste. Bring it to a boil.
- 8 Gently add the fish pieces into the boiling mixture.
- 9 Reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the fish is cooked and the flavors are well absorbed.
- 10 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For a richer taste, allow the fish to marinate in the spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.