Macher Jhol (And Yes, You Need Mustard Oil)
A light, runny stew made with Rohu fish, potatoes, and cauliflower. The flavor comes from Panch Phoron and raw mustard oil. Don't sub with olive oil please.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
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Instructions
Rub fish with turmeric and salt. Heat mustard oil until smoking point.
Fry fish pieces lightly until just seared on the outside - don't overdo it. Keep on a plate.
In the same oil, fry the potatoes and cauliflower until browned.
Add panch phoron (five spice) and let it crackle.
Add a slurry of ginger paste, cumin powder, and turmeric.
Add water and bring to a boil. Add the vegetables and simmer until done.
Gently slide in the fish and simmer for 5 more minutes.
Finish with slit green chillies for aroma.
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