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DISH NAME : NELLIKA VARATIYA MATHY (SARDINES WITH DRIED GOOSEBERRY)
Preparation Time : 10 minutes+soaking time
Cooking Time : 20 minutes
Description
This dish is a speciality of malabar region of Kerala. Sardines are considered healthy.
Note
1) It is ideal to use a clay or earthenware pot to cook fish.
| Quantity | Name | |
|---|---|---|
| MATHY NELLIKA VARATIYATHU (SARDINES WITH DRIED GOOSEBERRY) | ||
| 200 Gms. | Sardines, cleaned | |
| 1 Pinch | Fenugreek | |
| 1 Tbsp. | Coconut oil | |
| 1 Sprig | Curry leaves | |
| Salt to taste | ||
| 1 Cup | Water (approximate) | |
| 0.25 Tsp. | Turmeric powder | |
| To grind | ||
| 4 No.s | Gooseberries, dried | |
| 2 Tsp. | Pepper corns | |
| 6 No.s | Garlic cloves | |
Method
1) Deseed gooseberries, wash and soak in warm water (1/4 cup) for 30 minutes.
2) Grind gooseberry with soaked water, garlic and peppercorns to a smooth paste.
3) Heat coconut oil. Splutter fenugreek.
4) Add curry leaves.
5) Add ground mixture to oil and fry for a few seconds.
6) Add remaining water. Let it come to a boil with salt and turmeric powder.
7) Add sardines and cook on a low fire till gravy is thick. occasionally stir lightly to prevent fish from sticking to pan.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with rice.