Meen Varuval Recipe
Meen Varuval Recipe
Ingredients:
- 500g fish fillets (such as kingfish or pomfret), cut into pieces 🐟
- 2 onions, thinly sliced 🧅
- 2 tomatoes, finely chopped 🍅
- 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise 🌶️
- 1-inch ginger, finely chopped 🧄
- 4 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 🌟
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder 🌶️
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder 🌿
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds 🌿
- A handful of curry leaves 🍃
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 🌿
- Salt to taste 🧂
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish 🌿
Instructions:
- Marinate the fish pieces with turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes. 🐟🌟🧂
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. 🌿
- Add sliced onions and sauté until they turn golden brown. 🧅
- Add chopped ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Sauté until fragrant. 🧄🌶️
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy. 🍅
- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well. 🌟🌶️🌿🧂
- Place the marinated fish pieces into the pan. Cook on medium heat, flipping once, until they are golden brown and cooked through. 🍳
- Add curry leaves and gently mix with the fish. Let it simmer for a few more minutes. 🍃
- Once the fish is cooked and the masala is well-coated, turn off the heat. 🍳
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving. 🌿
- Serve hot with steamed rice or roti. Enjoy the delicious and flavorful Meen Varuval! 🍚🐟🌶️
About Meen Varuval: Meen Varuval, also known as South Indian fish fry, is a beloved dish in the culinary repertoire of South India. 🌴🐟 This dish features tender fish fillets marinated in a blend of spices and then shallow-fried until golden brown and crispy. 🌟🍳 The medley of flavors from turmeric, chili powder, and coriander powder, along with the aromatic touch of curry leaves, creates a mouthwatering experience that is both spicy and savory. 🌶️🍃 Meen Varuval is often enjoyed as a side dish with steamed rice or roti, making it a perfect accompaniment to any South Indian meal. 🍚🍴 Indulge in the crispy goodness of Meen Varuval for a taste of authentic South Indian cuisine! 🌿🍽️