Masor Tenga (Assamese Fish Curry)

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Masor Tenga (Assamese Fish Curry)

You will be surprised how easy it to whip up great tasting recipes with fish. We put together the best fish recipes. Do try it!

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :10 Min

Cook Time : 20 Min

Total Time : 30 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 3
  • 4-5 pieces of Rohu Fish


  • 3 tbsp. mustard oil


  • 1/2 tsp. fenugreek seeds


  • 1 onion, chopped


  • 1 tsp. ginger-garlic paste


  • 2 tomatoes, pureed


  • 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder


  • 1 tsp. salt or to taste


  • 2 green chilies, slit


  • 1 tsp. lime juice

Directions

  • Marinate the fish pieces with a pinch of salt and turmeric powder for 10 minutes. Heat oil in a pan and fry the fish till golden in colour. Drain and keep aside.
  • Temper the same oil with fenugreek seeds. Saute for a few seconds and then add the onion. Stir fry till light brown.
  • Add the ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder and green chilies. Saute for a minute and then add the tomato puree and salt. Cover and simmer for a minute more.
  • Add 1 cup water and bring it to a boil. Then add the fried fish. Cover and simmer on a medium flame for 3-4 minutes.
  • When done, add the coriander leaves and lime juice. Switch off the flame and transfer to a serving dish. Serve with hot steamed rice.