KARIMEEN (PEARL SPOT) POLLLICHATHU

1. Karimeen (pearl spot)-2
    Lemon juice-1tsp
    Turmeric powder-1/4tsp
    Pepper powder-1/4tsp
    Salt
2. Pearl onion-200gms
    Green chilly-2
    Ginger-1piece
    Garlic-6flakes
    Black pepper seeds-1tsp
3. Tomato (chopped)-2medium
    Curry leaves (chopped)-1spring
4. Turmeric powder-1/2tsp
    Chilly powder-1tbsp
    Salt
5. Coconut oil-2tbsp




1. Marinate fish with turmeric powder, salt and pepper powder. Keep it aside for 10 minutes.

2. Grind together pearl onions, black pepper, ginger and garlic into a coarse paste.
3. Heat 2tbsp oil in a pan. Add ground paste and stir well. When the onions become golden, add turmeric powder chilly powder and salt. Add curry leaves and tomato. When it all gets blended, remove from fire.

4. Apply a thick layer of the paste on the inside and on the outside. The fish should be wrapped in plantain leaf (aluminum foil) and tied with the plantain strings.

5. Cook on low fire till both sides are done.