Here is the recipe for the delectable fish meal that Naga Chaitanya prepares for the local fisherman on a Thandel set: Chepala Pulusu.

Recently, Naga Chaitanya took on the role of chef on the sets of Thandel, wowing the villagers with a delectable fish dish. Here's how to succeed!

Telugu actress Naga Chaitanya is not only an actor but also a foodie. So much so that Chay flew all the way to Mumbai for lunch with his now-wife, Sobhita Dhulipala, for their first date. He appreciates the art of cooking in addition to enjoying delectable meals. Chay just became a cook for the local fishermen while filming his next movie, Thandel. On set, the actor prepared traditional Chepala Pulusu, or Andhra fish dish, as he had promised when he first met them. For those who are unaware, Chay will be seen as a fisherman in Thandel, which also stars the gorgeous and talented Sai Pallavi. Well, the film will release on February 7, so we will have to patiently wait for reviews of his performance. But Chay’s cooking skills managed to receive a lot of love. Here’s how you can make it at home!

Ingredients: 1 kg of thickly chopped fish, 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, salt, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice for the marinade

In addition to these, you would need: One tablespoon of ginger garlic paste, two or three green chilies cut open, one cup of finely chopped onions, and one curry leaf sprig. Two teaspoons of garam masala, two tablespoons of tamarind, eight stalks of coriander leaves, four to five tablespoons of oil, half a teaspoon of red chilli powder, ten cashew nuts, one bay leaf, four cloves, one inch of cinnamon, half a teaspoon of cumin seeds, and one green cardamom