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Fish Pulusu - Andhra Style

Fish pulusu is a common and famous Andhra cuisine. Visit any authentic Andhra restaurant and you've got to find this in their menu.. Once in one of our visits to "Abhiruchi" which is famous for their authentic "Andhra Meals" we ordered Fish Pulusu. I wanted to learn the dish and on very special request, the chef came out and told me how to make it.. Here's the recipe...i'm sure you'd love it.. Ingredients: 500 gms fish , (any fish without bones) cut into medium size pieces. 3 medium sized onions , chopped. 3 tomatoes , chopped 3 green chillies , slit 2 spoons tamarind pulp or juice of 1 lime sized tamarind 2 spoons grated coconut (optional) 1-1/2 teaspoon red chilly powder ¾ teaspoon turmeric powder 3 whole green cardamoms 1 teaspoon cumin seeds Salt to taste 2 tablespoon cooking oil 6-7 curry leaves Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing 2 teaspoon turmeric powder to wash the fish (optional). Method: 1.) Wash the fish pieces...