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 Malvani cuisine originates from the Konkan region of Maharashtra, India, particularly from the Malvan region. It's known for its spicy, flavourful, and aromatic dishes. Here are a few popular Malvani recipes:

Malvani Fish Curry (Malvani Masala Fish Curry)

Ingredients:

- 500 grams of fish (preferably pomfret, kingfish, or any firm-fleshed fish)

- 1 cup grated coconut

- 1 onion, finely chopped

- 2 tomatoes, chopped

- 1 tablespoon Malvani masala (or use a mix of garam masala, coriander, cumin, turmeric, red chilli powder)

- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste

- 2-3 kokum petals (or tamarind pulp)

- 1 sprig of curry leaves

- 2 tablespoons oil

- Salt to taste

- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Method:

1. Make a fine paste of grated coconut, Malvani masala (or spice mix), and water in a blender. Keep it aside.

2. Heat oil in a pan. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

3. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute.

4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.

5. Add the coconut-spice paste and cook for a few minutes until the oil separates.

6. Add kokum petals (or tamarind pulp), curry leaves, and salt. Mix well.

7. Add fish pieces gently into the gravy and coat them with the masala.

8. Add water if required for desired consistency, cover and cook until the fish is cooked through.

9. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot Malvani Fish Curry with rice or bhakri.

Malvani Chicken Curry

Ingredients:

- 500 grams chicken pieces

- 1 cup grated coconut

- 1 onion, finely chopped

- 2 tomatoes, chopped

- 1 tablespoon Malvani masala (or spice mix)

- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste

- 2-3 green chillies, slit

- 1-inch cinnamon stick

- 4-5 cloves

- 1 tablespoon oil

- Salt to taste

- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Method:

1. Make a paste of grated coconut, Malvani masala, and water in a blender. Keep it aside.

2. Heat oil in a pan. Add cinnamon, cloves, and chopped onions. Sauté until onions turn golden brown.

3. Add ginger-garlic paste and slit green chillies. Cook for a minute.

4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become mushy.

5. Add the coconut-spice paste and cook until the oil separates.

6. Add chicken pieces and coat them with the masala.

7. Add water as needed, cover and simmer until the chicken is tender and the gravy thickens.

8. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot Malvani Chicken Curry with rice or chapatis.

Malvani Fish Curry

 Ingredients:

- 500g fish fillets (pomfret)

- 1 cup grated coconut

- 1 onion, finely chopped

- 2 tomatoes, chopped

- 2-3 green chillies, slit lengthwise

- 1-inch ginger, grated

- 4-5 garlic cloves, minced

- 1 tsp Malvani masala

- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

- 1 tsp red chilli powder

- Tamarind pulp (lemon-sized ball soaked in water)

- Salt to taste

- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

- 2-3 tbsp oil

 Method:

1. Grind grated coconut, ginger, garlic, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and Malvani masala into a fine paste. Keep it aside.

2. Heat oil in a pan, add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

3. Add the ground paste and sauté for a few minutes until the raw smell disappears.

4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.

5. Pour water as needed to get the desired curry consistency.

6. Add slit green chillies, tamarind pulp, and salt. Bring it to a boil.

7. Gently slide in the fish fillets and let it simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the fish is cooked through.

8. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with steamed rice.

Malvani Fried Fish (Malvani Fish Fry)

 Ingredients:

- 500g fish slices (pomfret or kingfish)

- 2 tbsp Malvani masala

- 1 tsp red chilli powder

- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

- Salt to taste

- 2-3 tbsp oil for frying

- Lemon wedges for garnish

 Method:

1. Clean and pat dry the fish slices.

2. In a bowl, mix Malvani masala, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, and salt.

3. Apply this spice mix generously on both sides of the fish slices and let them marinate for 20-30 minutes.

4. Heat oil in a pan, place the marinated fish slices and fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides.

5. Remove from oil, drain excess oil on a paper towel, and serve hot with lemon wedges.

 Malvani Fish Curry with Coconut Milk

 Ingredients:

- 500g fish fillets (surmai or pomfret)

- 1 cup coconut milk

- 2 onions, finely chopped

- 2 tomatoes, chopped

- 2-3 green chillies, slit lengthwise

- 1-inch ginger, grated

- 4-5 garlic cloves, minced

- 1 tsp Malvani masala

- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

- 1 tsp red chilli powder

- Tamarind pulp (lemon-sized ball soaked in water)

- Salt to taste

- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

- 2-3 tbsp oil

 Method:

1. Follow the same procedure as the basic Malvani Fish Curry until step 5 in the previous recipe.

2. Instead of adding water, pour coconut milk into the curry and continue with the rest of the steps.

3. Let it simmer for a few more minutes after adding fish fillets until they're cooked.

4. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve with rice or Malvani bhakri.

Malvani Fish Fry with Coconut

 Ingredients:

- 500g fish slices (pomfret or kingfish)

- 1 cup grated coconut

- 2-3 garlic cloves

- 1-inch ginger

- 2-3 green chillies

- 1 tsp Malvani masala

- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

- Salt to taste

- 2-3 tbsp oil for frying

 Method:

1. Grind grated coconut, garlic, ginger, green chillies, Malvani masala, turmeric powder, and salt into a fine paste. Marinate the fish slices with this paste for 30 minutes.

2. Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry the marinated fish until both sides turn golden brown.

3. Serve hot with rice or as a side dish.

Malvani Fish Ambat (Sour Fish Curry)

 Ingredients:

- 500g fish fillets (pomfret or kingfish)

- 1 cup grated coconut

- 1 onion, finely chopped

- 2 tomatoes, chopped

- 2-3 green chillies, slit lengthwise

- 1-inch ginger, grated

- 4-5 garlic cloves, minced

- 1 tsp Malvani masala

- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

- 1 tsp red chilli powder

- Tamarind pulp (lemon-sized ball soaked in water)

- Salt to taste

- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

- 2-3 tbsp oil

 Method:

1. Prepare a paste by grinding grated coconut, ginger, garlic, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and Malvani masala. Keep it aside.

2. Heat oil in a pan, add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

3. Add the groundpaste and cook until the raw smell disappears.

4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.

5. Pour water to get the desired curry consistency.

6. Add slit green chillies, tamarind pulp, and salt. Bring it to a boil.

7. Gently slide in the fish fillets and let it simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the fish is cooked through.

8. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with rice.

These recipes provide a diverse range of ways to enjoy fish in the Malvani style, each with its unique flavours and spice combinations. Enjoy preparing and indulging in these delicious Malvani fish dishes!

These flavourful Malvani dishes bring out the essence of coastal Maharashtrian cuisine, featuring the rich blend of spices and coconut prevalent in the region. Enjoy preparing and savouring these delicious recipes!