
Bangladeshi · Non-veg
Fish Curry
A light, tangy fish curry with a thin turmeric gravy — gentle handling keeps the pieces whole.
- Total
- 32 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Spice
- Medium
Servings
Start cooking3
Quantities below update automatically.Ingredients
- Fish (cut into steaks)600 g
- Onion2 pcs
- Garlic1 tbsp
- Ginger½ tbsp
- Tomato1 pcs
- Green Chili3 pcs
- Mustard Oil3 tbsp
- Turmeric Powder1½ tsp
- Chili Powder1 tsp
- Cumin Powder1 tsp
- Water250 ml
- Coriander Leavesoptional5 g
- Saltto taste
Nutrition
Total for 3 servings
- Calories
- 864 kcal
- Protein
- 78 g
- Carbs
- 27 g
- Fat
- 51 g
- Fiber
- 3 g
- Sodium
- 1620 mg
Method
- 1
Season the Fish
5 minRub the fish with turmeric and salt and let it sit for five minutes.
- 2
Fry the Fish Lightly
4 minFry the pieces in hot mustard oil for two minutes a side, then lift them out.
- 3
Build the Masala
5 minIn the same oil, fry onion, ginger, garlic and tomato into a soft masala.
- 4
Add Water & Spices
3 minAdd chili and cumin powder with 250ml water and bring to a gentle boil.
- 5
Return the Fish & Simmer
7 minSlide the fish back in with the green chilies. Do not stir — tilt the pan.
- 6
Garnish & Serve
1 minScatter coriander leaves and serve with plain rice.
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