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🐟 Key Features:
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Appearance: Long, silver-colored body with a slightly arched back and distinctive black spots along the tail region (resembling “knives” or ovals).
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Texture: Firm, white flesh with few bones, making it easy to eat.
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Flavor: Mild, clean taste with a subtle sweetness—excellent for absorbing spices.
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Aroma: Fresh and neutral, without a strong “fishy” smell.
🍛 Popular Kerala Preparations:
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Kora Fish Fry: Marinated in turmeric, chili, black pepper, and lime—then shallow or deep-fried until crispy on the outside and juicy inside.
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Meen Curry (Kora Curry): Cooked in a coconut-based gravy or with tamarind and spices, often paired with steamed rice or tapioca.
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Fish Roast: Slow-cooked with onions, curry leaves, and Kerala spices for a rich, dry-style masala dish.
🍽️ Nutritional Value:
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High in lean protein
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Low in fat
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Good source of vitamin D, B12, and omega-3 fatty acids
✅ Highlights:
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Freshwater delicacy, especially in central and southern Kerala
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Soft, boneless flesh (mostly), perfect for kids and elders
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Ideal for both frying and curry dishes
Whether it’s a spicy curry with Kerala red rice or a crispy fry on a banana leaf, Kora fish is a nostalgic favorite that brings the authentic flavors of Kerala’s freshwater cuisine to life
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