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Ernakulam Lemon Sardine Poriyal
🇮🇳 Indian

Ernakulam Lemon Sardine Poriyal

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Ernakulam cooking — Ernakulam Lemon Sardine Poriyal brings a lemon touch with a classic poriyal finish. About 36 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 16 min Cook 20 min Serves 3 Hard

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Lemon1
  • Sardines8, cleaned
  • Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)1/2 tsp

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

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.

Chef's tip

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

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