{"title":"Fish Masala","description":"\u003cp\u003eFish masala is a spice blend made for seafood, usually built on chilli, coriander, turmeric, fennel and pepper, with a sour note from tamarind or dried mango in some blends. There are three styles here: curry masala for fish simmered in a tangy gravy, fry masala for fish slices and prawns coated and shallow fried, and Lahori fish masala for the gram flour battered fried fish of Punjab.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a curry masala for kingfish, pomfret, sardines or tilapia in a kulambu or gravy, and a fry masala for crisp slices of mackerel or prawns. Lahori blends suit cod or basa fillets in a spicy batter. For Sri Lankan fish curries, the roasted or unroasted \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/curry-powders\"\u003ecurry powders\u003c\/a\u003e are the usual choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor fish fry, mix the masala with lemon juice, a little ginger garlic paste and salt, rub it into scored fish and rest for fifteen to thirty minutes before frying in hot oil, as longer marinating can make fish mushy. For curries, add the fish last and simmer gently so it keeps its shape. Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tamarind\"\u003etamarind\u003c\/a\u003e for tang, and see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chicken-masala\"\u003echicken masala\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/karahi-and-korma-masala\"\u003ekarahi masala\u003c\/a\u003e and the other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/masalas\"\u003emasalas\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aachi-fish-curry-masala-100g","title":"Aachi Fish Curry Masala 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eAachi Fish Curry Masala is a blend for the tangy tamarind fish curry of Tamil Nadu, known as meen kulambu, the name printed in Tamil on the side of the pack. Coriander and red chilli give the gravy its body and colour, while fennel, fenugreek, mustard and cumin add the warm, slightly bitter notes typical of South Indian fish curries. Ground rice helps thicken the sauce, and salt is already in the mix. It is made in India and packed in a 100g carton. See more blends for seafood in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fish-masala\"\u003eFish Masala\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoak a lemon sized ball of tamarind in hot water for 10 to 15 minutes, squeeze out the pulp and make it up to 250ml. Heat a tablespoon of oil and saute two chopped onions, two small tomatoes, 7 to 8 garlic pods and a sprig of curry leaves. Pour in the tamarind water with salt and a tablespoon of the masala, and simmer until the gravy thickens slightly. Slide in 300g of cleaned fish pieces and cook gently until done. Serve with steamed rice. Firm fish such as kingfish or pomfret hold their shape best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains mustard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade to pair with tamarind for a sour, spicy gravy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne pack recipe serves 6 to 8 people\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of India, imported by BTM International UK Ltd\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aachi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55366626902355,"sku":null,"price":1.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/aachi-fish-curry-masala-100g-front.png?v=1791973989"},{"product_id":"aachi-fish-fry-masala-100g","title":"Aachi Fish Fry Masala 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eAachi Fish Fry Masala is a ready seasoned rub for meen varuval, the crisp, chilli red fried fish served with rice and curry across South India; the Tamil name is printed on the side of the pack. Red chilli powder leads the blend, with coriander, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, fenugreek and mustard for flavour, and citric acid for the sour lift usually given by lemon. Salt is already in the mix, so the pack says there is no need to add more. It is made in India and packed in a 100g carton. See more blends for seafood in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fish-masala\"\u003eFish Masala\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMix a tablespoon of the masala with 50ml of water into a smooth paste and spread it over 300g of cleaned fish pieces or steaks. Leave them to marinate for an hour, then fry in a little hot oil in a shallow pan until crisp on both sides and cooked through. The pack also suggests the same rub for slices of yam and potato, which fry up into a spicy side dish. Serve with lemon wedges, sliced onion and rice with rasam or sambar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains mustard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt included, no need to add more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks on yam and potato as well as fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of India, imported by BTM International UK Ltd\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aachi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55366628507987,"sku":null,"price":1.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/aachi-fish-fry-masala-100g-front.png?v=1791973998"},{"product_id":"aachi-prawn-fry-masala-100g","title":"Aachi Prawn Fry Masala 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eAachi Prawn Fry Masala is a ready coating mix for eral varuval, the dry, spicy prawn fry of the Tamil and Chettinad coast. Red chilli, coriander, garlic, cumin, onion, fennel and black pepper give a hot, aromatic crust, while corn flour and Bengal lentil help it crisp up in the oil and paprika extract adds a deep red colour. With a squeeze of lemon it makes a full marinade in one step. Find more blends for seafood in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fish-masala\"\u003eFish Masala\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollowing the pack, take 250g of cleaned prawns and add 1 tbsp of Aachi Prawn Fry Masala, the salt you need and the juice of half a lemon. Mix well and leave to marinate for 30 minutes, then deep fry in hot oil until crisp and cooked through. Serve hot with onion rings. The pack says this serves 6 to 7. The same mix can be pan fried in a little oil with curry leaves for a lighter varuval, and also suits squid, fish fillets or king prawns on the grill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorn flour in the blend helps the coating crisp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe mix contains salt, so go easy when seasoning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalal India mark on the pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in an airtight container once opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aachi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55388054913363,"sku":null,"price":1.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/aachi-prawn-fry-masala-100g-front.png?v=1792057783"}],"url":"https:\/\/chandrastores.co.uk\/collections\/fish-masala.oembed","provider":"Chandra Stores","version":"1.0","type":"link"}