Mori masala

In spite of being a fish,Mori (shark)  is prepared like a mutton/chicken. Generally in the preparation of fish curry, freshly grated coconut is used for grinding but in case of Mori , the coconut is roasted in oil and all the other ingredients and method of preparation resembles that of mutton/chicken.

Ingredients

To be ground in paste(Green masala paste)
ginger
garlic
green chili
coriander leaves
turmeric powder
lemon juice
salt

To be roasted  in oil
cloves
cinnamon
coriander seeds
peppercorns
shahajire
onion
grated coconut

To be ground in paste
all roasted ingredients
tamarind paste
dhane mirchi masala

Tempering
oil
finely chopped onion

Method

• Remove the skin and make medium size pieces of the fish. Wash thoroughly and apply the green masala paste. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
• Roast the masala ingredients in a tsp of oil. Fry onion and coconut (till brown) at the end and add more oil if required.
• Grind the roasted masala with tamarind and dhane mirchi masala.
• Heat oil in a pan. Add finely chopped onion and saute till it becomes light brown. Add marinated pieces of fish. Mix well and let it cook.Add very little water if necessary.
• Once the fish is cooked, add ground masala paste. Mix well. Add salt to taste. Bring it to boil. Turn off the gas.

Note

Do not add excess water as this fish gives away water while cooking( या माशाला शिजताना पाणी सुटते.)