How to make Chettinad Fish at home in 8 steps.

Marinate the Fish, Coat fish fillets with turmeric, chili powder, salt, and lemon juice. Let it sit for 20 minutes.

Roast the Spices, Dry roast fennel seeds, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, black peppercorns, and dried red chilies until aromatic. Grind into a fine powder.

Prepare the Masala, Saute onions, garlic, ginger, and curry leaves in oil until golden brown. Add tomatoes and cook until soft.

Add Spices, Stir in the freshly ground spice powder, turmeric, and tamarind paste. Cook for a few minutes.

Add Water, Pour in some water to create a thick gravy, and bring it to a boil.

Cook the Fish, Gently add the marinated fish pieces to the gravy and simmer on low heat.

Simmer, Cook the fish until tender, allowing it to absorb the flavors of the masala.

Garnish and Serve, Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.