Mathi Fish Curry

Mathi Fish Curry, a popular Chennai-style fish curry, is known for its vibrant, spicy, and tangy flavor profile, often prepared with fresh sardines (Mathi). Unlike some other South Indian fish curries, it typically does not use coconut, relying instead on a blend of tamarind, tomatoes, onions, and traditional spices to create its signature taste.

Key Ingredients

• Fresh Mathi (sardines)

• Tamarind pulp soaked in water

• Onions and tomatoes

• Ginger-garlic paste

• Green chilies and fresh curry leaves

• Turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder

• Mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds

• Oil (usually coconut or gingelly oil)

• Salt and water as needed