traffic rules

We live in a city where a new lane system has come into effect on one of the main roads.For those of us not used to discipline this is a big problem,trying to remember which lane to stay on.
This is India,we don't follow the rules,we are a country with so many people so we simply have to be whizzing along just to save time.Well so most of us think but the harried cop who is on duty doesn't think so.

Its been a constant source of amusement for us at office.Our window overlooks the main road and we watch with interest as the one who want to follow rules struggle to stay on course,In between all this traffic there are all those chaps on motorbikes who refuse to obey the rules so they weave in and out.The cop in the meanwhile is not sure if he has to direct traffic,book the offender or simply hold a placard.So for the last three days there have been constant announcements on the rules and how we should follow them

Well all said and done this is India,this is Chennai.What would life be if we all followed the rules?It wouldn't be Chennai would it?

fish curry my style

Ingrediants

fresh fish-a few good pieces
fresh ginger-1/2 inch julienned
curry leaves-4 to 5
kokum(kind of tamarind found in Kerala in south India)-3 to 4 pieces
corriander power-1 teaspoon
chillie power-3 teaspoons
coconut oil-3 to 4 tablespoons
salt to taste
clay pot-to cook in
water-3 cups

method

Heat oil in pot to a simmer,add ginger,curryleaves and saute for a minute.Add coriander power and continue to fry withour burning it (it shouldnt turn black),add chillie power and continue to saute,preferably on low heat.When one has sneezed a bit and coughed a bit,the masala is ready so add water.Bring to a boil and add the fish.let it continue to cook for about 10 minutes and add the kokum.Lower heat and simmer gently until the curry is a lovely think consistency.Add salt to taste.
As a final twist,drizzle some coconut oil for that perfect look.
Perfect with staeamed rice.