Do you love Bengali fish steak curries but feel intimidated to make one yourself? Do you believe that Bengali fish curries are complex recipes that belong only in grandmas’ kitchens? It is true that Bengali fish curries may seem daunting for many at first, especially if you live outside of India/Bengal, but trust me, they don’t have to be. The recipe I am sharing today is super easy. The ingredients are simple and common. If you have spent any time in the kitchen, you have cooked with these ingredients, no matter where you come from.
I have used Rui/Katla (rohu) fish steaks for this recipe. I just seasoned cleaned pieces of steaks with some salt and turmeric powder and shallow fried them in very hot mustard oil until golden. But you can use any fish you like. Salmon is a great choice for this dish.
Aloo phulkopi die maache
Fish steaks fried and cooked in a simple gravy made with tomatoes, cauliflower and potatoes.
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