Dried Fish Chutney

Dried Fish Chutney is a popular dish in Naga cuisine, known for its bold and spicy flavors. This chutney is made with dried fish and a variety of aromatic spices, creating a delicious and unique condiment.

Dried Fish Chutney

Ingredients

  • 200g dried fish
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 4-5 cloves garlic
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 4-5 green chilies
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons mustard oil

Instructions

  1. Soak the dried fish in warm water for 15 minutes, then drain and remove any bones.
  2. Heat the mustard oil in a pan and fry the dried fish until crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add the chopped onions, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
  4. Add the chopped tomato, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.
  5. Add the fried dried fish to the pan and mix well. Cook for another 5-7 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and let it cool. Once cooled, transfer to a blender and blend to a coarse paste.
  7. Your Dried Fish Chutney is ready to be served!

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
5g
Protein
20g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Pan Blender

Tools

Knife Cutting board Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serve the Dried Fish Chutney with steamed rice or as a side with Naga-style meals.

Tips & tricks

Adjust the spiciness according to your preference by adding more or fewer green chilies.

Cost

$10