Bhetki Maacher Jhal
Bhetki Maacher Jhal. Gorgeous Bhetki steaks. The zing of mustard. The fire of chillies. A generous glug of mustard oil, and if you choose, a profusion of chopped coriander leaves. Enjoy !!
Ingredients
- 5 pieces bhetki fish
- 1/3 cup tomato puree
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard seeds
- 1 tbsp black mustard seeds
- 1/2 tsp kalonji or nigella seeds
- 2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
- 8-10 green chillies slit
- 4 tbsp mustard oil
- salt to taste
- a handful of coriander leaves finely chopped, optional
Instructions
- Soak the black and yellow mustard seeds in warm water for 15 odd minutes. Drain from water, make a smooth paste with 4-5 green chillies and a pinch of turmeric powder.
- Add 3/4 cup of water to the mustard paste, mix well. Strain the mustard paste and keep the mustard water aside.
- Smear the fish with a little salt and turmeric powder. Heat 2 tbsp oil and shallow fry the fish. Keep aside.
- Add 1 tbsp of oil to the same pan. Throw in the kalonji and remaining green chillies. Allow the spices to splutter.
- Gently add the tomato purée, sprinkle the turmeric powder, red chilli powder and a little salt, give it a good stir and patiently cook over a medium flame till oil starts to separate from the masala.
- Now gently place the fried fish in the curry, pour the mustard water and cook over a low flame, 7-8 minutes or so.
- Finish with a generous drizzle of mustard oil and a good handful of chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot .