Name: Garlic and Chilies Bengali Spiced Fried Fish
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Bengali
Ingredients: 400g fish fillets; 2 tbsp mustard oil; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1/2 cup tamarind paste; 1 onion, sliced; 2 green chilies, slit; 1/4 tsp asafoetida; 1/2 tsp red chili powder; salt to taste; 1/4 cup water; 1 tbsp chopped coriander; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 green chili, slit

Garlic and Chilies Bengali Spiced Fried Fish

A bold and spicy flavor with extra garlic and chilies for more heat.

27 minutes2 servings

Method

Before cooking, add minced garlic and an extra green chili to the pan when sautéing onions.
Heat mustard oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and asafoetida. Sauté for 30 seconds.
Add sliced onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in turmeric, red chili powder, and green chilies. Cook for 2 minutes.
Add tamarind paste and water. Bring to a simmer.
Add fish fillets and cook for 10-12 minutes until fish flakes easily.
Stir in coriander and adjust seasoning. Check fish temperature; it should reach 63°C (145°F).

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