Mustard Fish

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Ingredients

300 grams	fresh fish (Rohu or Catla)
2 tablespoons	mustard seeds
1 tablespoon	poppy seeds
2 tablespoons	yogurt
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
2 tablespoons	mustard oil
2 cloves	garlic
1 inch	ginger
1 medium	onion
1 cup	water
—	salt to taste
2	green chilies

Instructions

1. 1 Clean and cut the fish into medium-sized pieces.
2. 2 Marinate the fish with turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Set aside for 15 minutes.
3. 3 Soak mustard seeds and poppy seeds in water for 10 minutes, then grind them into a smooth paste with garlic and ginger.
4. 4 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it smokes, then reduce the heat.
5. 5 Fry the marinated fish pieces until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
6. 6 In the same oil, add finely chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
7. 7 Add the mustard-poppy seed paste and cook for 2-3 minutes until the oil separates.
8. 8 Add yogurt, mix well, and cook for another 2 minutes.
9. 9 Pour in water, bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat to a simmer.
10. 10 Add the fried fish pieces and green chilies, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
11. 11 Adjust salt to taste and turn off the heat.
12. 12 Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.