Black pomfret is popularly known as Halwa in Maharashtra region. It is used in curries or fried and served. It is delicious fish curry and mainly prepared in Goa, South, Maharashtra region.
1/2cupGrated Coconutor masala for green masala fresh â
1Tomatoâ medium finely chopped
1/2tbspCoriander Seedsâ
1/2leavesCorianderchopped â
3Green Chilliesslit â
1/2pieceGingerâ â œcut into
4clovesGarlicâ
1tspTamarind Pasteâ
Waterthick, unsweetened – ⽠tbsp. kokum juice
1/4thcupWaterâ
1/4thTemperingor onion for â onion â medium chopped finely
pieceCinnamonâ½â cut into medium
1tbspOil– 1Tbsp.oilâ
Curryor salt for salt as per taste
tocupWater or as required adjust the consistency
Instructions
Wash Black Pomfret or Halwa fish pieces thoroughly, add Lemon juice, turmeric powder and salt. Rub all fish pieces with this mixture from all the sides. Marinate for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile prepare a green paste. Blend fresh grated coconut, Tomato, Coriander seeds, Chopped coriander leaves, Green chillies, Ginger, garlic cloves, tamarind paste, kokum water (Thick) together into a fine paste. Keep aside.