Paapletaa Aambat (Pomfret Curry)
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Chef :
Pooja M. Pandit
Paapletaa Aambat (Pomfret Curry)
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Paapletaa Aambat….. is what Pomfret curry is called in Konkani language by the NKGSB community of Karwar. Due to proximity to the sea, there is abundance of fresh seafood, as well as coconuts in Karwar and hence fish is a prominent part of their cuisine.
Ingredient
Food ration :
4 servings
Cooking time :
20 min
Cooking instructions
* Step 1
Clean and thoroughly wash the pomfret. Cut it into 1 cm thick pieces.
* Step 2
Apply 1/4 tsp of turmeric powder to the pieces and keep aside.
* Step 3
Apply a tiny amount of turmeric powder to the pieces and keep aside.
* Step 4
In a small kadhai, heat a few drops of oil and roast the coriander seeds and red chillies slightly and set aside to cool down.
* Step 5
In the meantime, chop the onion finely, reserving about 1/8 th piece aside for grinding.
* Step 6
Grind the roasted coriander seeds and dry red chillies together with the grated coconut, tamarind, peppercorns, reserved onion piece and red chilli powder into a fine paste using sufficient water.
* Step 7
In a saucepan add oil and heat it. Add the chopped onions and saute till they turn a little blackish.
* Step 8
Add the turmeric powder and mix. Next, add the ground masala, salt to taste and water as required to get a medium thick gravy.
* Step 9
Bring to a boil and add the ginger julienes. Now add the pomfret pieces and mix lightly. Reduce flame and simmer for about 6-7 minutes for the coconut to cook.
* Step 10
Switch off the flame and serve this traditional and delicious Paapletaa Aambat with hot steamed rice and some Sol Kadhi and Fried Pomfret by the side! Check out this delicious recipe: Meen Varuthathu (Kerala Style Fish Fry) https://cookpad.com/in/recipes/7846698-meen-varuthathu-kerala-style-fish-fry?token=UQAzCoxsxvp11CTnKfxTXjpa
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