Naadan Meen Vattichathu ( Kerala Fish Curry)

Ingredients:
Fish cut into small pieces –1 lb
Red Chilly Powder – 1 tbsp
Kashmiri Chilly Powder – 2tbsp
Turmeric Powder – 1tsp
Finely chopped ginger -1 1/2 tbsp
Finely chopped garlic - 1 1/2 tbsp
Finely chopped Shallots – 2 tbsp
KudamPuli/ Kokum– 3
Fenugreek Powder – 1/4 tsp
Curry leaves – 2 Sprig
Cococnut Oil -as needed
Salt – to taste


Preparation:
Heat oil in a pan and pop mustard seeds.Add 1 sprig of curry leaves to it.
Add chopped ginger and garlic  and fry for few minutes.Now add chopped shallots and fry well till brown.
In a bowl mix together chilly powder and turmeric powder adding a little water to make a smooth paste.
Add this chilly paste to the pan and again saute till oil separates.
In a separate bowl dip kokum in 1/2 cup water and keep aside.
Add water to the pan and mix in the kudampuli to it and let it boil.After a minute or so add the fish pieces.
Add fenugreek powder and simmer for 10 more minutes stirring occasionally.Add more water if necessary.
Before switching it off,garnish it with 1 tbsp of coconut oil and the other sprig of curry leaves.
The dish will be more tastier as it stays.