Discover the authentic flavors of Goa with our Ambot Tik Lepo recipe! This tangy and spicy Goan fish curry featuring sole fish will tantalize your taste buds. Learn the secrets to mastering this traditional dish that's beloved by locals and foodies alike. Let's dive into a culinary adventure!
Ingredients & Quantity
Lepo (sole fish) - 30 nos
Tamarind Ball - 1 lemon sized
Onion (chopped) - 2 nos
Dried kokum kernels - 4-5 nos
Salt - 1/2 + 1/4 tsp
Sugar - 1/2 tsp
Coconut oil - 2 tbsp
For Masala
Dried red chilies (Kashmiri) - 6 nos
Ginger - 1/2 inch
Garlic - 10 cloves
Cumin seeds - 1/4 tsp
Cloves - 6 nos
Cinnamon stick - 1/2 inch
Black peppercorns - 6 nos
Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp
Water as needed
Method
1) Clean the sole fish by removing its skin, washing and draining it. Apply salt and set aside for 30 mins
2) For Masala , grind all the ingredients mentioned in the ingredients list into fine paste.
3) Make tamarind pulp by adding a ball of tamarind ball in a bowl of hot water.
4) Heat coconut in a vessel, add onions, and saute till golden brown in color
5) Add ground masala along with the residual water and tamarind pulp and mix well
6) Add in dried kokum kernels and bring the curry to a boil.
7) Once the curry starts boiling, add in the fish and lightly mix.
8) Cook the fish for 5-10 mins
9) Check for taste and enough salt and sugar depending upon your preference.
10) Serve it with rice and fried fish
Note: Do not overcook the fish and don't use the laddle again and again to stir the curry as it may break the fish.
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