PACHAI NETHALI KUZHAMBU (FRESH SARDINE CURRY)

INGREDIENTS

·         ¼ Fresh sardines (small)

·         lemon  tamarind

·         1 mango

·         2tsp chilli powder

·         2 tsp. coriander powder

·         vadagam sauté

·         1 big onion

·         ¼ tsp. turmeric powder

·         4 tbsp. oil

·         salt to taste

METHOD OF PREPARATION

·         Wash and clean sardines. Extract tamarind pulp in 2 glasses of water and turmeric powder, chilli powder & coriander powder & keep aside.

·         Chop onions finely and mango pieces in to medium size. Pour oil in a frying pan and when it is hot add vadagam, onions and mango pieces and fry in slow and pour tamarind liquid.

·         When the mango pieces are cooked and the gravy becomes thick, add the sardines and bring to a boil.

·         Tastes delicious when eaten the next day.