For the Curry Malabar tamarind Water Coconut oil
Place Malabar Tamarind in a bowl and pour hot water over it and allow to soak for 10-15 minutes.
In a pot (preferably a clay pot), heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add fenugreek seeds and allow them to sizzle.
Once the fenugreek seeds are slightly brown, add onions and sauté till lightly golden brown, then add minced garlic.
Sauté onion and garlic for 1-2 minutes then add all the spices, followed by curry leaves. Mix and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Add the malabar tamarind along with the water it was soaking in, then place the pieces of fish into the pot in a single layer.