Natholi meen peera(Anchovies stir fry)

This fish is generally very cheap and  rich in proteins, and its bone being very soft can be eaten with its meat.  It has lots of health benefits it helps in reducing cholesterol level, reducing weight and increasing skin health.  So it is a very good option to add this in our weekly diet.

 

Ingredients

Natholi meen               -            ½ kg

Grated coconut            -             1cup

Onion                             -             5 to 6

Garlic                              -             3 to 4 flakes

Small piece of ginger           

Red chilli powder        -              2 tsp

Green chilli                   -              4 to 5

Turmeric powder        -              ¼ tsp

Jeera                              -              ¼ tsp

Curry leaves few

Coconut oil                   -              2 tsp

 

Method

Cut and clean fish add little salt and keep aside for 5 min. then mix  well  and wash 2 -3 times.

Grind coconut, green chilly, garlic, ginger, red chilly powder, turmeric, jeera and salt into coarse paste without adding water.

Mix this paste to cleaned fish and coat evenly, then  add little water and few curry leaves.

Cook this in low flame till done and stir in between. Pour coconut over it and mix  well.  Enjoy your  tasty Natholi Meen peera with boiled rice.