Low Fat Andhra Fish Pulusu

Savor the bold and tangy flavors of **Low Fat Andhra Fish Pulusu**, a lighter twist on the traditional South Indian fish curry. This recipe features tender white fish fillets simmered in a spicy tamarind-based gravy, enhanced with aromatic spices like mustard seeds, fenugreek, and curry leaves. The dish comes together with minimal oil, making it a healthy yet flavorful choice for seafood lovers. Bursting with the tang of tamarind, the heat of green chilies, and the warmth of red chili and coriander powders, this curry is a perfect low-fat comfort food. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's an ideal pair for steamed rice and a must-try for those seeking authentic Andhra cuisine with a wholesome touch. Keywords: low fat fish curry, Andhra fish recipe, healthy tamarind curry, Indian fish pulusu.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams White fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod)
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 1 medium (finely chopped) Onion
• 2 medium (finely chopped) Tomatoes
• 2 slit Green chilies
• 1 tablespoon Tamarind paste
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 500 milliliters Water
• 1 tablespoon Low-fat cooking oil
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) Cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Clean the fish fillets and marinate with turmeric powder, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and lemon juice for 15 minutes.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of low-fat cooking oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds, allowing them to splutter.

Step 4

Add curry leaves, chopped onions, and green chilies. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.

Step 5

Add finely chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft.

Step 6

Stir in red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and remaining salt. Mix well.

Step 7

Add tamarind paste and water, and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Gently add the marinated fish fillets to the boiling mixture.

Step 9

Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for about 10 minutes or until the fish is cooked through.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1259.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	639.2

Total Fat 9.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 285mg	0%
Sodium 2680.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 108.5g	0%

Vitamin D 580IU	0%
Calcium 198.9mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 2636.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.1%

Protein: 65.8%

Carbs: 21.1%