{"id":31146,"date":"2023-09-15T12:33:13","date_gmt":"2023-09-15T16:33:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/?p=31146"},"modified":"2023-09-17T11:37:04","modified_gmt":"2023-09-17T15:37:04","slug":"kerala-style-mulaghum-puliyum-fish-curry-with-kudampuli-or-cambodge-tamarind","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/kerala-style-mulaghum-puliyum-fish-curry-with-kudampuli-or-cambodge-tamarind\/","title":{"rendered":"Kerala Style Mulaghum Puliyum Fish Curry With Kudampuli Or Cambodge Tamarind"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-31148\" src=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/kerala-fish-meen-curry-mulakhum-puliyum.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"475\" height=\"633\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/kerala-fish-meen-curry-mulakhum-puliyum.jpg 475w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/kerala-fish-meen-curry-mulakhum-puliyum-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/kerala-fish-meen-curry-mulakhum-puliyum-45x60.jpg 45w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Spicy &amp; tangy fish curry with vibrant red color&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>One of Kerala&#8217;s beloved non-vegetarian delicacies is undoubtedly fish curry. In Kerala, which comprises 14 districts, the preparation of fish curry varies from one district to another, and it&#8217;s worth noting that every household has its unique approach to cooking its own signature fish curry.<\/p>\n<h3>I&#8217;ve provided numerous <a href=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/page\/2\/?s=fish+curry\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fish curry recipes, which you can explore by following the link.<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Now, let me introduce you to another method of preparing fish curry, which I would describe as the simplest version, devoid of onions or tomatoes. This particular curry incorporates Kashmiri red chili for its vibrant, deep red hue and kudampuli or cambodge tamarind for a smoky and tangy flavor infusion into the curry.<\/p>\n<p>Typically, this curry is served alongside kappa (tapioca) or with matta rice, making it a delightful lunch option.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/kappa-puzhukku-or-tapioca-in-ground-coconut-kerala-kappa-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kappa-Tapioca Puzhukku Recipe<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-31150\" src=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/kerala-fish-meen-curry-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"475\" height=\"633\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/kerala-fish-meen-curry-1.jpg 475w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/kerala-fish-meen-curry-1-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/kerala-fish-meen-curry-1-45x60.jpg 45w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"easyrecipe mceNonEditable\" data-rating=\"0\"> \t<link itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/kerala-fish-meen-curry-1-475x200.jpg\" \/>\n<div class=\"item ERName\">Kerala Style Mulaghum Puliyum Fish Curry With Kudampuli Or Cambodge Tamarind<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERClear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\"><span class=\"xlate\">Recipe Type<\/span>: <span class=\"type\">Main<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Cuisine: <span class=\"cuisine\">Indian<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Author: <span class=\"author\">Thasneen<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Prep time: <time itemprop=\"prepTime\" datetime=\"PT10M\">10 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Cook time: <time itemprop=\"cookTime\" datetime=\"PT30M\">30 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Total time: <time itemprop=\"totalTime\" datetime=\"PT40M\">40 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Serves: <span class=\"yield\">5 people<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERIngredients\">\n<div class=\"ERIngredientsHeader\">Ingredients<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ingredients\">\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Fish pieces- 8 (sea bass, sea bream, kingfish, sardines, pomfret or mackerel)<\/li>\n<li class=\"ERSeparator\">[b]For making spice mix[\/b]<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Kashmiri chili powder- 2 tbsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Turmeric powder- 1\/4 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Water- 3 tbsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ERSeparator\">[b]For making curry[\/b]<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Coconut oil- 2 tbsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Mustard seeds- 1 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Curry leaves- 10 leaves<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Fenugreek seeds- 1 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Garlic, chopped- 4 cloves<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Ginger, chopped- 2-inch slice<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Spice mix<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Warm water- 1 cup<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Kudampuli or gambodge tamarind- 3 slices soaked in 1\/4 cup warm water<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Salt- 2 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ERSeparator\">[b]For garnish[\/b]<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Fenugreek powder- 1\/2 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Coconut oil- 1\/2 tbsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Curry leaves- 8 leaves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERInstructions\">\n<div class=\"ERInstructionsHeader\">Instructions<\/div>\n<div class=\"instructions\">\n<ol>\n<li class=\"instruction\">I&#8217;ve taken sea bass fish, sea bream, kingfish, pomfret, sardines or mackerel are ideal for making this fish curry.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">For making this, kudampuli or cambodge tamarind has to be used, available in Indian stores.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Take 3 slices tamarind, rinse in water &amp; soak in 1\/4 cup warm water for 15 minutes.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">In a bowl, combine Kashmiri chili powder, turmeric &amp; water to a smooth paste.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Kashmiri chili powder has to be used, it&#8217;s mild &amp; imparts a vibrant red color.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Regular chili powder is very hot &amp; will give a nice vibrant color.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Place a claypan or saucepan over medium heat.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add coconut oil, let turn hot.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add mustard seeds, let them splutter.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add fenugreek seeds, saute for a few seconds, don&#8217;t let the seeds turn brown.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add curry leaves, ginger &amp; garlic; saute till they turn golden in color.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Lower the heat, add the prepared spice mix &amp; saute in oil for 2 minutes. Don&#8217;t burn the spices.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add 1 cup warm water &amp; combine well.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Season with 2 tsp salt.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add the soaked tamarind along with the water, combine well.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Let the gravy come to a boil.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add the fish pieces &amp; immerse in the gravy.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Close with the lid &amp; cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">After that lower the heat &amp; cook for 5 minutes till the fish has cooked well &amp; the gravy starts to thicken.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add the powdered fenugreek seeds, coconut oil &amp; curry leaves.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Gently swirl the pan &amp; cook for 2 minutes.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Take the pan off the heat &amp; keep it covered for some time.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">This curry will taste better the next day.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Serve with kappa-tapioca puzhukku or rice, enjoy!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERNutrition\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"endeasyrecipe\" style=\"display: none;\">3.5.3251<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spicy &amp; tangy fish curry with vibrant red color&#8230; One of Kerala&#8217;s beloved non-vegetarian delicacies is undoubtedly fish curry. In Kerala, which comprises 14 districts, the preparation of fish curry varies from one district to another, and it&#8217;s worth noting that every household has its unique approach to cooking its own signature fish curry. I&#8217;ve &hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":31150,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[382,661,22,21],"tags":[301,527,1360,989],"class_list":["post-31146","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fish-by-ingredient","category-fish-curry-by-category","category-kerala-cuisine","category-fish","tag-fish-curry","tag-kerala-style-fish-curry","tag-meen-curry","tag-fish","course-main","cuisine-indian-cuisine"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31146","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=31146"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31146\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":31181,"href":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31146\/revisions\/31181"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/31150"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=31146"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=31146"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=31146"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}