Key Features:
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Appearance: Flat, disc-like body with silvery skin and a forked tail. Clean and elegant shape, often medium-sized.
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Texture: Soft, flaky, and juicy flesh with fewer bones.
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Flavor: Mild, buttery, and slightly sweet—perfect for spice-heavy Kerala preparations.
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Aroma: Light, fresh smell when cooked—carries the flavors of curry leaves, pepper, and coconut well.
🍛 Common Kerala Preparations:
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Vatta Para Fry – Marinated with chili, turmeric, pepper, garlic, and lemon, then fried till crispy outside and soft inside.
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Vatta Curry – Cooked in a rich coconut milk gravy or a spicy red masala with kudampuli (Malabar tamarind).
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Meen Pollichathu – Wrapped in banana leaf with spiced masala and pan-roasted.
🍽️ Nutritional Benefits:
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High in protein
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Good source of omega-3 fatty acids
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Contains vitamins B12, D, and essential minerals like iodine and selenium
✅ Highlights:
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Mild taste and fewer bones – ideal for kids and elders
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Soft flesh that absorbs Kerala spices beautifully
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Versatile – great for frying, grilling, or curries
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