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Kottayam Special Pomfret Pasanda
🇮🇳 Indian

Kottayam Special Pomfret Pasanda

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kottayam cooking — Kottayam Special Pomfret Pasanda brings a dahi-wali touch with a classic pasanda finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 20 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Yogurt1 cup, whisked
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • White Fish450 g, fillets

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

  6. 6

    Squeeze lemon or fold in coconut if the style calls for it.

  7. 7

    Adjust seasoning and serve.

Chef's tip

Rest 5 minutes off heat so the spices settle.

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