Climbing Perch Fish Curry (koi Maach Bhuna)

Climbing Perch Fish Curry, also known as Koi Maach Bhuna, is a popular dish in Sylheti cuisine. This flavorful and aromatic fish curry is a staple in many households and is best enjoyed with steamed rice or flatbread.

Climbing Perch Fish Curry (koi Maach Bhuna)

Ingredients

  • 4 climbing perch fish (koi maach), cleaned and cut into pieces
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, pureed
  • 2 green chilies, slit
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • 2 tablespoons mustard oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat mustard oil in a pan and fry the fish pieces until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pan, add more oil if needed and sauté the chopped onions until golden brown.
  3. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, and cook for a few minutes.
  4. Stir in the tomato puree, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the masala.
  5. Add the fried fish pieces to the masala and coat them well. Cook for a few minutes.
  6. Pour in 1-2 cups of water, cover the pan, and simmer until the fish is cooked through and the curry reaches your desired consistency.
  7. Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Pan Spatula Cutting board Knife

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the Climbing Perch Fish Curry hot with steamed rice or flatbread.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can marinate the fish pieces with turmeric and salt for 15-20 minutes before frying.

Cost

$10