Bengali Fish Curry (macher Jhol)
Bengali fish curry, also known as Macher Jhol, is a delectable and aromatic dish made with fish, potatoes, and a blend of spices. This traditional Bengali recipe is perfect for a hearty meal and is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Ingredients: Potato, Tomato, Onion, Coriander powder, Mustard oil, Red chilli powder, Turmeric powder, Coriander, Green chilli, Fish, Garlic paste, Salt, Ginger paste, Kalonji, Cumin powder
40min
Cook Time
4
Servings
Recipe
350 kCal
Recipe
1
Clean and cut 500 grams of fish (preferably Rohu or Katla) into medium-sized pieces. Marinate the fish with 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder and 1/2 teaspoon of salt for 15-20 minutes.
2
Heat 4 tablespoons of mustard oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the marinated fish pieces until they turn golden brown on both sides. Remove the fish from the pan and set aside.
3
In the same pan, add 1/2 teaspoon of kalonji (nigella seeds) and 2-3 slit green chilies. Fry for a few seconds.
4
Add 1 large chopped onion and sauté until it turns golden brown.
5
Add 1 large chopped tomato, 1 teaspoon of ginger paste, and 1 teaspoon of garlic paste. Cook until the tomatoes become soft and the oil starts to separate from the mixture.
6
Add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, 1 teaspoon of cumin powder, and 1 teaspoon of coriander powder. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
7
Add 1 large peeled and cubed potato to the pan. Stir well to coat the potato with the spices.
8
Pour 2 cups of water into the pan and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the potatoes are cooked.
9
Gently add the fried fish pieces to the pan and cook for another 5-7 minutes.
10
Add salt to taste and garnish with chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot with steamed rice.
Nutrition
350
kCal
28 g
Protein
20 g
Fat
15 g
Carbs
Potato
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