Pakat Fish Curry. Also known as Kite or Skate Fish, this irresistible Curry is packed with simple traditional ingredients that will transport you on a culinary adventure.
With a perfect blend of traditional spices and a rich, fragrant gravy, this Pakat Fish Curry is sure to become a family favorite, if you are a seafood lover. The key lies in the use of fresh and aromatic spices – the traditional East Indian Bottle Masala.
Whether you’re a seafood lover or simply looking to spice up your mealtime routine, this Pakat Fish Curry is a must-try recipe. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dish that will be your most comfortable meal. Pair it with steamed rice or rice rotis, this Easy Indian Fish Curry is sure to impress.
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Ingredients for Pakat Fish Curry
- Pakat/Kite /पाखट Fish – 4 slices (cut into small pieces)
- Garlic, chopped – 8 cloves
- Ginger, chopped – 2 inches
- Green Chillies, chopped – 3
- EI Bottle Masala/Chilli powder – 2 tbsp
- Coriander leaves – 2 tbsp
- Salt to taste
- Oil – 2 to 3 tbsp
- For the Coconut Paste –
- Coconut, grated – 1 cup
- Raw rice – 1 tsp
- Tamarind – 1 small ball soaked in water
How to Make Pakat Fish Curry
- Cut the Pakat/Kite fish into bite-size pieces apply salt and set aside.
- Heat oil in a vessel and add the chopped garlic, ginger, and green chillies. Fry until the raw smell vanishes.
- Then add 2 tbsp of Bottle Masala or red chilli powder and stir for 30 secs on low heat. Add a few tablespoons of water, if needed, to avoid burning.
- Add the fish slices and mix well with the spices over medium heat.
- Now add the ground coconut paste and water as required to make the curry, depending on what you want to serve it with. Cover and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until the fish is well cooked.
- Finally, garnish with coriander leaves, simmer for 2 minutes, and then turn off the heat.
Serving Suggestions.
Serve this traditional Pakat Fish Curry with rice rotis or steamed rice for lunch or dinner.
This spicy and tangy, irresistible fish curry will always be on your menu, once you give it a try.
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Irresistible Pakat Fish Curry
Ingredients
- 4 slices Pakat/Kite /पाखट Fish cut into small pieces
- 8 cloves Garlic chopped
- 2 inches Ginger chopped
- 3 Green Chillies chopped
- 2 tbsp EI Bottle Masala/Chilli powder
- 2 tbsp Coriander leaves
- Salt to taste
- 2 to 3 tbsp Oil
For the Coconut Paste
- 1 cup Coconut grated
- 1 tsp Raw rice – 1 tsp
- Tamarind – 1 small ball soaked in water
Instructions
How To Make Pakat Fish Curry
- Cut the Pakat/Kite fish into bite-size pieces apply salt and set aside.
- Heat oil in a vessel and add the chopped garlic, ginger, and green chillies. Fry until the raw smell vanishes.
- Then add 2 tbsp of Bottle Masala or red chilli powder and stir for 30 sec on low heat. Add a few tablespoons of water to avoid burning.
- Add the fish slices and mix well with the spices over medium heat.
- Now add the ground coconut paste and water as needed to make the curry, depending on what you want to serve it with. Cover and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until the fish is well cooked.
- Finally, garnish with coriander leaves, simmer for 2 minutes, and then turn off the heat.
- Serve Pakat Fish Curry with rice rotis or steamed rice.
Notes
- Use East Indian Bottle Masala or any Curry Masala you have at home. Alternatively, use Chilli powder with a little Garam Masala Powder.
- Add water, as needed to make the curry, depending on what you want to serve it with.
- You can adjust ingredients to suit your taste.
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