Dry Queen Fish Curry | Traditional South Indian Recipe with Octorika Dry Queen Fish
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If you're craving a taste of the coast, look no further than this bold and flavorful Dry Queen Fish Curry. Known for its intense aroma and rich texture, dry queen fish (often called Vanjiram Karuvadu in Tamil Nadu or Shevto Sukko in Goa) is a true delicacy in many Indian households.
Made with Octorika's premium sun-dried queen fish, this curry is an ode to traditional cooking-rustic, nostalgic, and bursting with spice.
Why Octorika Dry Queen Fish?
At Octorika, we bring you handpicked, naturally sun-dried queen fish sourced from trusted coastal communities. Our fish is cleaned and dried under hygienic conditions without preservatives, retaining authentic flavor and texture. Perfect for making comforting, home-style dishes like this.
Ingredients
Octorika Dry Queen Fish - 4 to 5 medium pieces (soaked & cleaned)
Tamarind - small lemon-sized ball (soaked in warm water)
Small onions - 8 to 10 (sliced)
Tomatoes - 1 large (chopped)
Garlic - 6 cloves (crushed)
Curry leaves - a handful
Mustard seeds - ½ tsp
Turmeric powder - ¼ tsp
Red chili powder - 1 tsp
Coriander powder - 1½ tsp
Fenugreek seeds - ¼ tsp
Oil - 2 tbsp
Salt - to taste
Water - as required
Method
Soak Octorika dry queen fish in warm water for 15-20 minutes to soften and remove excess salt. Drain and set aside.
Heat oil in a clay pot or deep pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add fenugreek seeds, curry leaves, garlic, and onions. Sauté until golden.
Add tomatoes, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes break down.
Pour in tamarind water and bring to a boil. Gently add the soaked fish. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the curry thickens and the fish soaks up the masala.
Finish with fresh curry leaves and rest the curry for 15 minutes before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with steamed rice, idiyappam, or dosa. The deep, tangy-spicy notes of the curry pair beautifully with soft grains and add warmth to any meal.
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Bring home the true essence of coastal India with Octorika Dry Queen Fish. Carefully dried, intensely flavorful, and packed with heritage.