Bathua Maach

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Ingredients

250 grams	fish (preferably rohu or catla)
1 bunch	bathua leaves
2 tablespoons	mustard oil
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
2 pieces	green chilies, slit
1 teaspoon	ginger-garlic paste
1 cup	water
—	salt to taste

Instructions

1. 1 Clean and wash the fish pieces thoroughly.
2. 2 Marinate the fish with turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Set aside for 10 minutes.
3. 3 Wash the bathua leaves thoroughly and chop them finely.
4. 4 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it starts to smoke, 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 cumin seeds and let them splutter.
7. 7 Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, sauté until the raw smell disappears.
8. 8 Add chopped bathua leaves and cook until they wilt.
9. 9 Add coriander powder, salt, and mix well.
10. 10 Pour in water and bring it to a boil.
11. 11 Gently add the fried fish pieces into the gravy.
12. 12 Cover and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes until the fish is cooked through and the flavors meld.
13. 13 Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot with steamed rice.