Bangda Udad Methi

Mackerel curry

Preparation info
  • Serves

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

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By Sanjeev Kapoor

Published 2011

  • About

Fried and ground rice adds a thickness and texture to this aromatic and fiery mackerel curry. If you cannot find fresh grated coconut, look in your Indian grocer’s freezer aisle. Frozen grated coconut can be used instead; be sure to purchase the unsweetened variety. Serve with steamed rice.

Ingredients

  • 4 (-ounce/100-gram) mackerels, scaled and cleaned
  • 2 teaspoons</

Method

  1. Cut each fish horizontally into 4 pieces. Sprinkle the pieces with 1 teaspoon of the salt and put in the refrigerator for 15 minutes. Wash under running water and put in a colander to drain.
  2. Place a medium nonstick sauté pan over medium heat and add