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Ernakulam Home-Style Maach Sambar
🇮🇳 Indian

Ernakulam Home-Style Maach Sambar

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Ernakulam cooking — Ernakulam Home-Style Maach Sambar brings a walnut touch with a classic sambar finish. About 45 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 25 min Cook 20 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Fish450 g, steaks

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

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.

Chef's tip

Taste and adjust salt just before serving.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Kerala Style Sambar Recipe | Perfect for Idli, Dosa & Rice | Homemade Kerala Sambar · on YouTube