Moila Curry (fish Roe Curry)

Moila Curry, also known as Fish Roe Curry, is a traditional dish from Mangalurean Catholic Cuisine. This flavorful and spicy curry is made with fish roe and a blend of aromatic spices, making it a popular dish in coastal Karnataka, India.

Non Vegetarian Main Course Mangalurean Catholic Mangalurean Catholic Cuisine Curry Fish Roe
Moila Curry (fish Roe Curry)

Ingredients

  • 500g fish roe
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, pureed
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 4-5 curry leaves
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp oil

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  2. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a few minutes. Then, add the tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.
  3. Now, add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the fish roe and coconut milk. Mix gently and cook for 5-7 minutes on low heat.
  5. Garnish with curry leaves and serve hot with steamed rice or appam.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
15g
Fat
12g
Carbohydrates
20g

Supplies

Large pan Chopping board Knife Measuring spoons Stovetop

Tools

Serving spoon Ladle Grinder (for making ginger-garlic paste)

Serving suggestions

Moila Curry pairs well with steamed rice, appam, or neer dosa.

Tips & tricks

Be gentle while cooking the fish roe to prevent it from breaking apart.

Cost

$15