Fish Pulusu | Chepala Pulusu

Step 1

Soak tamarind for 15 minutes.

Step 2

Dry roast 3 teaspoons of jeera for 30 seconds and add 1/2 teaspoon methi seeds. Roast it for 2 minutes and let it cool.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil and add 1 cup chopped onions. Sauté onions until golden brown and turn off the stove. Keep it aside and let it cool.

Step 4

Add dry roasted jeera-methi to the grinder and make a fine powder.

Step 5

Add fried onions to the grinder, add 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 2 teaspoons red chili powder, 1 teaspoon salt, add jeera methi powder, and 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste, add soaked tamarind. Add little water and make a smooth paste.

Step 6

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil and add the masala paste. Fry the masala for 30 seconds and cook for 2 minutes.

Step 7

Add 1 cup water and mix well. Close the lid and cook for 3 minutes.

Step 8

Now add 200 grams of fish pieces and gently mix. Close the lid and cook for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Turn off the stove and serve hot with white rice.