Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 cup

fish

cut in half

0.5 cup

green peas

1 unit

bay leaf

1 tsp

turmeric powder

2 cup

rice

cooked

2 tbsp

green coriander

chopped

1 tsp

cumin powder

1 unit

carrot

diced

1 tsp

lemon juice

1 inch

ginger

chopped

2 tbsp

dry coconut

1 tsp

salt

to taste

2 tbsp

green onion

chopped

1 unit

onion

diced

1 tbsp

coriander powder

2 tbsp

oil

Step 1
~2 min

Wash and cut the fish into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2
~2 min

In a bowl, mix coriander powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, and chopped ginger.

Step 3
~2 min

Heat oil in a pan.

Step 4
~2 min

Add the prepared spice mixture to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Step 5
~2 min

Add the fish and cook for 5 minutes on low flame.

Step 6
~2 min

Remove the fish from the pan and set aside.

Step 7
~2 min

Add bay leaves and chopped onions to the remaining oil and cook until the onions become soft.

Step 8
~2 min

Add dry coconut and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 9
~2 min

Add lemon juice, green peas, and diced carrots, then cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 10
~2 min

Add the cooked rice and mix well.

Step 11
~2 min

After 1 minute, add the cooked fish and mix gently.

Step 12
~2 min

Cook for 1 minute and then garnish with chopped green coriander and green onions.

Step 13
~2 min

Serve Assamese Fish Fried Rice with curd (yogurt) and Kachumbar salad for dinner.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of spices to your preference.

Use day-old cooked rice for best results.

Garnish with a sprinkle of roasted peanuts for added crunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Rice can be cooked a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of raita or yogurt.

Pair with a light salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Kachumbar Salad
Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Assam, India

Cultural Significance

A staple food in Assamese cuisine, often enjoyed for lunch or dinner.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Bohag Bihu

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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