Spicy Indian Pomfret Bhurji Recipe

Name: Spicy Indian Pomfret Bhurji
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; ½ teaspoon ginger-garlic paste; 5 green chilies, washed,ends trimmed and finely chopped; 2 onions, finely chopped; 1 cup grated coconut; ½ cup finely chopped fresh coriander leaves; ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 lime, juice of; salt; 1 butterfish, washed,sliced and marinated in; ½ tablespoon white vinegar, and; ½ teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
5 green chilies, washed,ends trimmed and finely chopped
2 onions, finely chopped
1 cup grated coconut
½ cup finely chopped fresh coriander leaves
¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
1 lime, juice of
salt
1 butterfish, washed,sliced and marinated in
½ tablespoon white vinegar, and
½ teaspoon salt

1
Heat oil in a skillet on medium flame.
2
Stir in the minced garlic and fry until lightly browned.
3
Mix in the green chillies and onions.
4
Saute until the onions are browned and aromatic.
5
Now add the coconut, corriander leaves, salt, turmeric powder and lemon juice.
6
Cook on low flame{simmer} for 12 minutes.
7
Now, fold in the fish slices.
8
Mix carefully and cook, stirring occasionally, until the fish is tender when touched with a fork and ready to eat.
9
Serve hot with rotis or white bread.
10
Enjoy!

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons oil, 2 cloves garlic, minced, ½ teaspoon ginger-garlic paste, 5 green chilies, washed,ends trimmed and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy Indian Pomfret Bhurji falls under the General 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Indian Pomfret Bhurji

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