Pomfret Macher Jhaal (Pomfret Fish Curry) Recipe

Name: Pomfret Macher Jhaal (Pomfret Fish Curry)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) fillets pomfret fish, each cut in half; 2 teaspoons ground turmeric, divided; salt to taste; 1 teaspoon red chile powder; 2 cups water, divided, or as needed; 4 green chile peppers, slit, divided; 1 tomato, chopped, or to taste; 5 tablespoons mustard seeds; 5 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon onion seeds (kalonji)

Servings: persons

1
Rub pomfret with 1 teaspoon turmeric and a pinch of salt.
2
Mix remaining 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, red chile powder, and 2 teaspoons water in a small bowl to make a paste.
3
Combine 2 green chile peppers, tomato, mustard seeds, and salt in a food processor; grind into a paste. Thin paste with water if it appears too thick.
4
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add fish; pan-fry until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer fish to a plate. Add remaining 2 green chile peppers and onion seeds; cook and stir until chile peppers darken, 1 to 2 minutes.
5
Pour turmeric paste into the skillet; cook and stir until mixture looks dry, about 1 minute. Pour in chile pepper paste; cook and stir until dry, about 1 minute. Pour in enough water to cover; bring to a simmer. Return fish to the skillet and continue simmering, covered, until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 6 minutes.

222

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (6 ounce) fillets pomfret fish, each cut in half, 2 teaspoons ground turmeric, divided, salt to taste, 1 teaspoon red chile powder, and more.

Yes, Pomfret Macher Jhaal (Pomfret Fish Curry) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pomfret Macher Jhaal (Pomfret Fish Curry)

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