Varutharacha Meen Curry / Fish Curry in Roasted Coconut Gravy

Roasted Masala Preparation:

1. Heat coconut oil in a pan; Add grated coconut, ginger, shallots, pepper corns, curry leaves and fry till the grated coconut turns to medium golden brown in color.
2. Add in the chilli powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder and combine well. Fry till the mix turns dark brown on low flame. Switch off the flame and let it cool.
3. Grind the roasted mix along with sufficient water in a mixer grinder/food processor and make it as fine paste. Set aside.

Curry Preparation:

1. Put the cleaned fish in an earthen pot or cheenachatti. Add in the roasted masala paste.
2. Add in the green chilli, gambooge, sliced tomato, curry leaves, water as required and salt. Mix well.
3. Cook the fish over medium flame till the gravy becomes thick and the fish is cooked.
4. Remove from heat and serve after 10-15 minutes.