Macher Jhol (Bengali Fish Curry)

• 500 g Rohu fish pieces
• 2 piece Potato (cubed)
• 1 piece Onion (sliced)
• 1 piece Tomato (chopped)
• 1 tsp Turmeric powder
• 0.5 tsp Red chili powder
• 1 tsp Cumin seeds
• 3 tbsp Mustard oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 piece Green chili
• 2 cup Water

Instructions

1. 1

   Marinate fish with turmeric and salt for 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat mustard oil in a pan. Fry fish pieces until golden. Set aside.

3. 3

   In the same oil, add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add sliced onions and fry until golden.

4. 4

   Add turmeric, chili powder, and chopped tomatoes. Cook for 3 minutes.

5. 5

   Add cubed potatoes and water. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 12 minutes.

6. 6

   Gently add the fried fish. Simmer for 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Add green chilies. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Notes

Use rohu or katla fish for authentic flavor.

💡 Tips

Do not stir too much after adding fish to avoid breaking pieces.

Nutrition Info