Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
400 g

Rohu fish

sliced

1 unit

Onion

sliced

6 cloves

Garlic

0.5 inch

Ginger

1 inch

Cinnamon Stick

2 unit

Cardamom

5 unit

Cloves

1 tsp

Cumin seeds

1 tbsp

Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder

1 tsp

Turmeric powder

2 tbsp

Raisins

1 cup

Curd

0.5 tsp

Sugar

3 tbsp

Mustard oil

2 unit

Green Chillies

sliced

1 tsp

Salt

Step 1
~4 min

Heat 1 tablespoon mustard oil in a heavy-bottomed pan.

Step 2
~4 min

Add garlic, ginger, and onion; sauté for 1 minute. Let it cool and then grind it into a paste using a mixer grinder.

Step 3
~4 min

Marinate fish with raisins, turmeric, red chilli powder, salt, and 1 tablespoon mustard oil for 15-30 minutes in a mixing bowl.

Step 4
~4 min

Mix everything properly.

Step 5
~4 min

Add 1 tablespoon mustard oil to the same pan and heat it.

Step 6
~4 min

Add cumin seeds and let them sputter.

Step 7
~4 min

Add cinnamon, clove, and green cardamom; sauté for a few seconds.

Step 8
~4 min

Reduce the flame to very slow. Add the marinated fish with curd to the pan.

Step 9
~4 min

Cook for about 10 minutes at medium flame.

Step 10
~4 min

Add green chillies and 1/2 teaspoon sugar; mix well.

Step 11
~4 min

Cook for another 4-5 minutes at slow flame.

Step 12
~4 min

Switch off the stove. Serve hot with rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the fish for at least 30 minutes for better flavor absorption.

Use fresh yogurt for the best taste.

Adjust the amount of chilli powder to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The onion-ginger-garlic paste and spice mix can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with hot steamed rice.

Serve with Bengali Aloo Posto.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Chingri Paturi
Aloo Posto

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Bengal

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Bengali cuisine, often prepared during festivals and special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Durga Puja
Poila Baisakh

Occasion Tags

Weekday Meal
Special Occasion
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

60/100

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