Squid Dry Fry

Kerala Style Special Squid (Koonthal) Dry Fry

 Koonthal dry fry is a traditional Kerala delicacy that is very popular among sea food lovers. It is a delicious combination of squid, herbs, spices and Kudampuli that is really heartwarming and popular.

Ingredients:
Squid : 500 gm
Small Onion/ Shallots : 7 to 8
Garlic cloves : 5 nos.
Ginger : 1” piece
Green chili : 2 nos.
Kudampuli  : 2pieces
Curry leaves : few sprigs
Coriander Powder : 1/2 tsp
Turmeric Powder : 1/4 tsp
Red Chili Powder : 1tsp
To temper:
Coconut oil : 1 tsp
Mustard : 1/4 tsp
Onion : 1 small
Curry leaves : little
Pepper Powder : ½ tsp
Turmeric Powder : ¼ sp

Method:
Clean the Squid, cut into rings, drain and keep aside. Slice the shallots, garlic and ginger. In a pan, or Meenchatti (earthen ware), mix the squid, small onions, Kudampuli, garlic, ginger, sliced green chilies, curry leaves, coriander, chili and turmeric powders, coconut oil and salt and combine well. Keep aside for 15 minutes. Add half glass water and cook on low flame for around 15 minutes, stirring in between. Once it is cooked, keep it aside. Heat a pan, add 1 tbsp coconut oil, pop mustards, then add chopped onion and curry leaves. Add the pepper powder and turmeric and sauté. Add the cooked squid and fry till dry. Enjoy!



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