750 gms boneless fish, cut into small fillets
3 tbsp oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 tsp onion seeds (kalonji)
6 whole dry red chilies
2 tsp finely chopped garlic
2 tomatoes, chopped
3 tbsp desiccated coconut
Salt to taste
1 1/2 tsp coriander powder
1 1/2 tsp cumin powder
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 cup water
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped

Masaaledar Machchi

1. Wash and pat dry the fish
2. Heat oil in a frying pan, add onions and fry until golden brown
3. Add onion seeds, red chilies, garlic and coo for 2-3 minutes.
4. Also add tomatoes, coconut, salt, coriander, cumin and chili powders. Cook for another 10 minutes.
5. Now add the fish pieces along with water, cook for 10 more minutes until fish is tender and water has almost evaporated.
6. Mix in lemon juice and coriander leaves. Serve hot with plain rice or jeera pulao
   Serves: 4
   Preparation time: 30-35 minutes