kera pickle

Homemade Kerala fish pickle is a traditional South Indian delicacy prepared using fresh fish, aromatic spices, and gingelly (sesame) oil. Commonly used fish varieties include seer fish (kingfish), sardine, tuna, or anchovies. The fish is cleaned, cut into small pieces, marinated with turmeric and salt, and shallow-fried until crisp.

The pickle masala is prepared by sautéing mustard seeds, garlic, ginger, curry leaves, and green chilies in gingelly oil, followed by red chilli powder, coriander powder, fenugreek powder, and vinegar. The fried fish pieces are then mixed gently with the spicy masala and cooked briefly to absorb the flavors.

Kerala fish pickle has a spicy, tangy, and rich taste with a long shelf life when stored properly in airtight containers.…