Fish Moilee Recipe

Ingredients:

• 500 grams fish fillets (any firm-fleshed fish like kingfish, tilapia, or pomfret), cut into pieces
• 1 cup thick coconut milk
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise
• 1-inch ginger, minced
• 4-5 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
• A sprig of curry leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 tablespoon coriander powder
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil or any cooking oil
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing

Instructions:

1. Prepare Fish:
   • Clean the fish fillets and cut them into pieces. You can use any firm-fleshed fish for this recipe.
2. Prepare Masala Paste:
   • In a small bowl, mix together turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and a little water to form a smooth paste. Set aside.
3. Cook Onions and Aromatics:
   • Heat coconut oil or any cooking oil in a deep pan or skillet over medium heat.
   • Add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds. Let them splutter.
   • Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
   • Add minced ginger, garlic, slit green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for a couple of minutes until the raw smell disappears.
4. Add Masala Paste:
   • Lower the heat and add the prepared masala paste to the pan. Stir well to combine with the onion mixture. Cook for a minute until the spices are fragrant.
5. Add Tomatoes:
   • Add chopped tomatoes to the pan. Cook until they turn soft and mushy, and the oil starts to separate from the mixture.
6. Add Coconut Milk:
   • Pour thick coconut milk into the pan. Stir gently to combine with the spices and tomatoes.
   • Let the curry simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
7. Add Fish:
   • Gently add the fish pieces to the pan, ensuring they are submerged in the coconut milk curry.
   • Cover the pan and let the fish cook in the curry for about 8-10 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
8. Check Seasoning:
   • Taste the curry and adjust the salt and spices according to your preference.
9. Garnish and Serve:
   • Once the fish is cooked and the curry reaches the desired consistency, remove the pan from the heat.
   • Garnish the Fish Moilee with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
   • Serve hot Fish Moilee with steamed rice or appam for a delicious South Indian meal.

Enjoy the rich and flavorful Fish Moilee, a delightful dish from South India!