Muri Ghonto

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Ingredients

1 cup	basmati rice
200 grams	fish head (preferably Rohu or Katla)
2 tablespoons	mustard oil
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon	ginger paste
1 teaspoon	cumin powder
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
2 pieces	bay leaves
2 pieces	green cardamom
1 inch	cinnamon stick
4 cups	water
—	salt to taste
1 tablespoon	ghee
1 teaspoon	garam masala
2 tablespoons	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 20 minutes, then drain.
2. 2 Clean the fish head and marinate with a pinch of turmeric and salt.
3. 3 Heat mustard oil in a pan and fry the fish head until golden brown, then set aside.
4. 4 In the same pan, add bay leaves, cardamom, and cinnamon stick, and sauté for a few seconds.
5. 5 Add the chopped onions and fry until golden brown.
6. 6 Add ginger paste, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder, and sauté for a minute.
7. 7 Add the soaked rice and fry for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the rice is coated with the spices.
8. 8 Break the fried fish head into smaller pieces and add to the rice.
9. 9 Pour in 4 cups of water and add salt to taste.
10. 10 Cover and cook on low heat until the rice is fully cooked and the water is absorbed.
11. 11 Once cooked, add ghee and garam masala, and gently mix.
12. 12 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.