Village-Style Dry Fish Curry

Steps

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1. 1
   Add boiling water to a bowl and soak the dried fish for about 10 minutes until softened.
   ≈0:31
2. 2
   Once the water cools to warm, remove the fish and discard the head and black parts, keeping only the white meat.
   ≈1:05
3. 3
   Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, letting them crackle and pop.
   ≈1:51
4. 4
   Add sliced ginger and curry leaves, sautéing until fragrant.
   ≈2:03
5. 5
   Add small onions and cook until they become soft and translucent.
   ≈2:45
6. 6
   Add salt, then add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and blend in.
   ≈2:59
7. 7
   Stir in turmeric powder and coriander powder for seasoning.
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8. 8
   Add water and the prepared dried fish meat, stirring well to combine.
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9. 9
   Cover the pan and simmer on low heat for 5 minutes until all flavors meld together.
   ≈5:31
10. 10
    Remove the lid, adjust the consistency and seasoning to taste. The dry fish curry is ready to serve.
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