The majestic sura dish is deeply ingrained in the south and known for keeping the mercury levels under control. Sura meen has many medicinal properties. It is good for colds and coughs and also served to nursing mothers as it increases lactation. Due to higher mercury content, Sura fish should be avoided during pregnancy. Other recipes are Sura meen puttu, Sura fish curry, Sura fish fry, Chettinadu Sura meen kuzhambu, Sura fish cutlet, Paal Sura karuvadu.