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Tirunelveli Firewood Bangda
🇮🇳 Indian

Tirunelveli Firewood Bangda

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Tirunelveli cooking — Tirunelveli Firewood Bangda brings a firewood touch with a classic kootu finish. About 30 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 10 min Cook 20 min Serves 6 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Mackerel4, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

  6. 6

    Taste; balance heat, salt, and tang.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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