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Patna Nimbu Sardine
🇮🇳 Indian

Patna Nimbu Sardine

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Patna cooking — Patna Nimbu Sardine brings a nimbu touch with a classic roast finish. About 41 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 21 min Cook 20 min Serves 3 Hard

Ingredients

  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Lemon2
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Sardines8, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak or rinse dals/grains if the dish uses them.

  2. 2

    Pressure-cook or simmer the base until soft.

  3. 3

    Prepare a tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic, and chili.

  4. 4

    Pour tempering over the cooked base.

  5. 5

    Simmer briefly to marry flavours.

  6. 6

    Mash lightly if desired; garnish with cilantro.

  7. 7

    Serve with rice or roti.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Sardine Fish Curry Andhra style || Mathi Fish curry || Spicy and Delicious || నోరూరించే చేపల పులుసు · on YouTube