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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- Fish - 2 pieces (I used Barracuda; nearly 120 grams)
- Big onions - 2 (or) Shallots - 10
- Tomatoes - 3 (small, ripe, red ones)
- Green chillies - 1 long chilly
- Ginger - 1 inch long piece
- Garlic pods - 4
- Chopped coriander leaves - 2 tablespoon
- Curry leaves - From 3 sprigs
- Fennel seeds / Sombu - 1/4 teaspoon
- Mustard seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
- Red chilli powder - 2 tablespoons
- Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
- Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Vinegar - 2 teaspoons (or) Lemon juice - 2 tsps
- Salt - As per taste (app 1 tsp)
- Oil - 6 to 8 tablespoons (using 8 tbsps will give a nice texture to the masala)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 433g | |
| Calories 180 | |
| Calories from Fat 18 | 10% |
| Total Fat 2.02g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat 0.34g | 1% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium 146mg | 6% |
| Potassium 1311mg | 37% |
| Total Carbs 28.21g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 27% |
| Sugars 7.48g | 5% |
| Protein 14.8g | 24% |
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