Sri Lanka Miris Malu Stewed Fish with Spices

Directions

Wash the fish and cut into 2 to 3 cm squares.

Sprinkle with the salt and turmeric and place in a saucepan.

Crush the garlic and ginger with a pestle and mortar and soak and squeeze the tamarind in the warm water.

Pour 375 ml water on to the fish, add the garlic, ginger, tamarind water, chile powder, paprika powder, cinnamon stick, black pepper and curry leaves.

Cover the pan and simmer over a low heat until the fish is cooked.

Remove the cinnamon stick and transfer to a serving dish.