South Indian Masala
Ingredients
5 large cloves garlic, minced | ||
1 tbs fresh ginger, chopped | ||
1 cup shallots, sliced | ||
1/2 cup tomatoes, chopped | ||
2 tsp chili powder | ||
1 tsp curry powder | ||
1 hot red chili, seeded and chopped | ||
2 tbs oil |
This is a version of masala that is commonly served in the south of India. It is typically used as a flavoring for seafood and meats. When stuffing fish the method that is used is to spread some of the cooked mixture on a banana leaf that has been brushed with oil and rest the fish atop, then the fish is stuffed with the mixture. The banana leaf is then tied into a parcel the either steamed or cooked in a shallow pan.
Directions:
- Add the oil to a large saute pan.
- Using medium high heat add the garlic, shallots and ginger and saute for several minutes.
- Add the chili, tomatoes and vinegar and saute for several minutes more.
- Season with salt and pepper.
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