🇮🇳 Indian

Kollam Sardine Mezhukkupuratti

Name: Kollam Sardine Mezhukkupuratti
Prep time: 13 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 33 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; to taste Salt; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder; 8, cleaned Sardines

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kollam cooking — Kollam Sardine Mezhukkupuratti brings a lahori touch with a classic mezhukkupuratti finish. About 33 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 13 min Cook 20 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Saltto taste
Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Sardines8, cleaned

Optional extras

Ghee1 tbsp
Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

1
Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.
2
Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.
3
Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.
4
Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.
5
Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Kerala Style Spicy Sardine Curry | Mathi Mulakittathu · on YouTube