Thursday, August 17, 2006 Goan Prawns Ambot Tik <http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/6555/1857/1600/Goan%20Prawns%20Ambot%20Tik.jpg> 'Ambot' means 'Sour' in konkani & 'Tik' means 'Pungent'. This is a traditional dish in both Goa & Mangalore. The preparation style is a little different though, but the majority of the ingredients remains the same. I got this recipe from one of my Goan friends. The tamarind, peppercorns & red chillies add a distinct flavour to the dish. You can substitute prawns for any other fish of your choice. Mangaloreans & Goans prepare Ambot Tik of skate, shark or catfish as they absorb the hot & sour flavour of the gravy very well.
To make Ambot-Tik, you need : 1/2 kg prawns or any fish of your choice 1 onion, finely sliced 2 tbsp oil *Grind the below ingredients using very little water* : 10 dried kashmiri red chillies ( they are less spicy & add more colour to the curry) 1/4 tsp cumin seeds 4 peppercorns 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 4 cloves garlic 1/2 inch ginger marble sized ball tamarind Apply salt to the prawns & keep aside. Heat oil in a vessel. Fry onion till it is golden brown. Add the ground masala. Fry for sometime. Add a cup of water & allow to boil. Add the prawns. Cook till tender on low flame. Add salt & vinegar, only if necessary. Goes well with steamed rice. edu [EMAIL PROTECTED]