Andhra Chepala Pulusu is an authentic and popular fish curry from the Rajahmundry region of Andhra Pradesh. Chepala means river fish or fresh water fish.
Traditionally made in mud or clay pots, this is a finger licking dish made with fish , tamarind extract and spices. This recipe uses Rohu but you are free to use any fresh water fish.
Commonly seen in various restaurants as Andhra Fish Curry, these are best served with steamed rice.
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Andhra Chepala Pulusu (Andhra Fish Curry) Recipe
A popular and authentic fish curry from the state of Andhra Pradesh.
Prep Time20mins
Cook Time20mins
Total Time40mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Andhra, South Indian
Ingredients for Andhra Chepala Pulusu (Andhra Fish Curry)
500gRohu or any other freshwater fishcleaned, cut into bite-sized pieces, washed, drained
2tbspCoriander Leaves chopped
1Onion chopped
2 to 3Green Chillies chopped
1tbspSesame Oil
1/4tspFenugreek Seeds
1/2tspMustard Seeds
fewCurry Leaves
1/2cupTomato Puree
2tbspTamarind Extract
1/4tspJaggery grated
1/2tspSalt
Dry roast and Grind to a powder:
1/2inchCinnamon Stick
2Green Cardamoms
2Cloves
For the marinade:
1/2tbspGinger Garlic Paste
1/2tspTurmeric Powder
1/2tspRed Chilli Powder
1/2tspSalt
1/2tspCoriander Powder
1/4tspCumin Powder
1/2tspSesame Oil
How to make Andhra Chepala Pulusu (Andhra Fish Curry)
Combine all the marinade ingredients in a bowl to a fine paste.
Add the fish pieces and mix well.
Cover and keep aside for 30 minutes to marinate.
Grind together the onions and green chillies to a coarse paste.
Heat 1 tblsp sesame oil in a frying pan.
Fry the marinated fish till light brown.
Remove and keep aside.
Add the mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds and curry to the pan.
Fry for 30 to 45 seconds.
Add the onion paste and stir.
Add the ground masala and mix.
Add the tomato puree, tamarind extract, jaggery and salt.
Simmer for 10 minutes till thick and reduced by a third.
Pour 1 cup of water and reduce flame.
Cook for 10 minutes and add the fried fish.
Allow it to simmer for another 10 minutes or till the fish is fully cooked.
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