Wash the fish.Apply little salt to it and keep aside for some time.Wash again before putting in the gravy. Dry roast coconut slices till it turns slightly brown.Keep aside.

Grind together roasted coconut slices, garlic dry red chillies, coriander and cumin seeds to a paste.

Now add the fish pieces, cover and cook for 2 -3 minutes.Check if cooked or cover and cook till done.Add lemon juice if you prefer or skip.Serve hot with rice.