Fried Fish In Spicy Sauce (meen Thilapichathu)

Fried Fish in Spicy Sauce (Meen Thilapichathu) is a popular dish from Kerala, known for its flavorful and spicy taste. This dish is a perfect combination of crispy fried fish and a tangy, spicy sauce that will leave your taste buds tingling.

Non Vegetarian Gluten Free Main Course Kerala Spicy Fried Fish
Fried Fish In Spicy Sauce (meen Thilapichathu)

Ingredients

  • 4 fillets of fish (such as kingfish or pomfret)
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1 inch ginger, minced
  • 4-5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2-3 green chilies, slit
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the fish fillets with turmeric powder, red chili powder, black pepper powder, and salt. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp of coconut oil in a pan and fry the marinated fish fillets until golden brown. Set aside.
  3. In the same pan, heat the remaining coconut oil and sauté the onions, ginger, garlic, and green chilies until the onions turn golden brown.
  4. Add the tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
  5. Stir in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Cook for a few minutes.
  6. Pour in the water and bring the sauce to a simmer.
  7. Gently place the fried fish fillets into the sauce, spooning the sauce over the fish. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Frying pan Spatula Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stove Measuring spoons Measuring cups

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Serve the Fried Fish in Spicy Sauce with steamed rice or Kerala parotta for a delicious meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the spiciness of the sauce according to your preference by adding or reducing the amount of red chili powder and green chilies.

Cost

$15