Odisha Macha Besara Rohu Fish Mustard Paste Sour Odia

Method

1. 1

   Marinate fish with a pinch of turmeric and salt 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat 2 tbsp mustard oil to smoking. Fry fish pieces 2 minutes per side until golden. Remove.

3. 3

   In the same oil add panch phoron and dried red chilli — sizzle.

4. 4

   Add finely chopped onion. Cook 6 minutes until softened.

5. 5

   Add the ground mustard paste. Fry stirring for 3 minutes on medium — the raw mustard smell must transform to a cooked pungent aroma. Add turmeric.

6. 6

   Add 1/2 cup water and tamarind water. Bring to a simmer.

7. 7

   Return fried fish. Simmer covered on medium for 8 to 10 minutes.

8. 8

   Season with salt. Serve with steamed rice.