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Ambot Tik

Ambot Tik

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Ambot Tik is a majestic, robust, and profoundly aromatic Goan seafood masterpiece celebrated for its unique sour-spicy balance and firm fish chunks. This recipe features shark or mackerel slow-cooked in a shimmering professional-grade sauce made of roasted chilies, tamarind, and bold house spices. Known for its sophisticated flavor and mandatory presence in coastal Goan everyday dining, it represents the soulful heart of heritage Dravidian non-vegetarian culinary arts. The taste is intensely savory and tangy, with the tamarind providing a unique professional-grade zesty lift. This dish is a mandatory staple for seafood lovers and special celebratory menus. Best enjoyed hot from the professional-grade cauldron with steamed rice.

Ambot Tik Recipe
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Goan Shark Ambot Tik
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

500g Shark or Mackerel, cleaned
10 Dry Red Chilies (Kashmiri)
1 tbsp Peppercorns
1 tbsp Cumin seeds
1 ball of Tamarind
4 cloves Garlic
1 tsp Turmeric powder
2 tbsp Oil
Salt to taste
Fresh Curry leaves
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using fresh shark meat is mandatory for achieving the traditional firm results.
  • Ensuring the tamarind is extracted properly provides the absolute secret to prevent flat notes.
  • The addition of Byadgi chilies provide the essential vibrant red color found in Goan recipes.
  • Always use a low fire to ensure the preservation of fish texture.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (250ml))

Calories

280 kcal

Protein

22g

Fat

16g

Carbs

8g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.