Bengali-Style Shorshe Jhol with Crispy Basmati

A spicy and creamy Bengali fish curry, infused with the bold flavors of mustard paste and a touch of sweetness, served with crispy basmati rice for a satisfying main course.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 pound Cod Fish
• 2 tablespoons Mustard Paste
• 2 medium Onion
• 1 inch Ginger
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Coriander
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 small Red Chili
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 bunch Cilantro

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onion, ginger, and garlic. Cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Step 2: Add mustard paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

3. 3

   Step 3: Add turmeric, coriander, cumin, chili, and salt. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

4. 4

   Step 4: Add fish and cook for 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until it is cooked through.

5. 5

   Step 5: Stir in lemon juice and cook for an additional minute.

6. 6

   Step 6: Serve with crispy basmati rice and garnish with cilantro.

7. 7

   Step 7: To make crispy basmati rice, heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.

8. 8

   Step 8: Add 1 tablespoon of oil and 1 cup of basmati rice. Cook, stirring frequently, until rice is lightly toasted and crispy.

9. 9

   Step 9: Serve crispy rice with fish curry.

10. 10

    Step 10: Garnish with cilantro and serve immediately.

💡 Pro Tips

To make this recipe perfect, use fresh mustard paste and adjust the amount of chili to your desired level of spiciness. To avoid common mistakes, make sure to not overcook the fish and crispy rice.

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