Pabda Mach'Er Tel Jhol Recipe
The love bond between Bengalis and fish delicacies is no hidden secret. The vast array of fish delicacies exclusive to the state of West Bengal proves it all. From the crispy fish fries to the decadent fish curries, Bengali fish delicacies are oh-so-delectable and worth trying. The interesting blend of spices and fresh fish is what makes the Bengali fish delicacies more tempting. One such Bengali fish dish is the popular Pabda Macher Tel Jhaal. Pabda Macher Tel Jhaal or Pabda Macher Jhol is a staple Bengali Fish Curry. Pabda is a delicate fish with extremely flavourful flesh. Hence Pabda Macher Kalo Jeerer Jhol is cooked lightly with minimal usage of spices. Surprisingly this version of Pabda Tel Jhaal requires no onion, no garlic and no tomato at all! The bata moshla/masala (freshly pounded spices) and fresh coriander leaves are the keys for this fragrant curry to bring the best flavour from the pabda itself.
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Ingredients for Pabda Mach'Er Tel Jhol Recipe
- 100 gram Brinjal
- 25 gram Tomato
- 8 gram Coriander leaves
- 10 Bori
- As required Mustard oil
- 15 gram Salt
- 6 gram Turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon Atta
- 5 piece Green chilies
- 1/4 teaspoon Nigella seeds
- 450 gram Pabda machh
Directions: Pabda Mach'er Tel Jhol Recipe
Steps To Prepare
- STEP 1.Cut and wash the fish and marinate with salt, mustard oil and turmeric powder. Keep aside.
- STEP 2.Cut the brinjals into chunks.
- STEP 3.Heat mustard oil in a pan and fry the bori, brinjals and marinated fish and keep them aside.
Cooking Directions
- STEP 1.To the same oil, add nigella seeds, green chillies and chopped tomatoes.
- STEP 2.Add the salt and turmeric powder paste to the pan and cook until the raw smell disappears.
- STEP 3.Add water and boil. Next, add the fried fish and bori and mix well.
- STEP 4.Cook for 5 minutes and add green chillies and brinjals along with a mixture of atta and water to thicken the curry. Cook to incorporate the ingredients.
- STEP 5.Turn off the flame when you get the desired consistency and garnish with some chopped coriander leaves.
value
Current Totals
- Fat1g
- Protein4g
- Carbs11g
- Fiber8g
MacroNutrients
- Carbs11g
- Protein4g
- Fiber8g
Fats
- Fat1g
Vitamins & Minerals
- Calcium53mg
- Iron4mg
- Vitamin A681mcg
- Vitamin B1< 1mg
- Vitamin B2< 1mg
- Vitamin B31mg
- Vitamin B6< 1mg
- Vitamin B959mcg
- Vitamin B120mcg
- Vitamin C42mg
- Vitamin E< 1mg
- Copper< 1mcg
- Magnesium64mg
- Manganese< 1mg
- Phosphorus90mg
- Selenium< 1mcg
- Zinc< 1mg