Where to have Karimeen in Kerala

Karimeen Pollichathu or Pearl spot fish fry or Pearl spot fish baked/grilled in Banana leaves is one of the authentic dishes of Kerala. Pearl spot is a freshwater fish found mainly in the backwaters of Kerala. Pollichathu means burnt fish. This fish is wrapped in banana leaf and grilled.This dish is prepared by frying fish by wrapping it in banana leaves and if you do not have banana leaves then you can even use aluminium foil. It is a delicious and tasty recipe made in a Kerala style. It is prepared within 10 min from the time required from the cooking gravy.