Nga Atoiba Thongba
A traditional fish curry from Manipur, featuring fish simmered in a rich and spicy gravy with potatoes and indigenous herbs. It is best enjoyed with steamed rice.
Cuisines
Manipuri
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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500 grams | Fish , fresh, preferably Rohu or Catla |
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2 tablespoons | Mustard oil |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 cup | Potato , peeled and cubed |
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1 cup | Green Pea |
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2 cups | Water |
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1 teaspoon | Ginger-garlic paste |
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2 pieces | Green Chili , slit |
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1 teaspoon | Salt |
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1 bunch | Cilantro , chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Clean the fish and cut it into medium-sized pieces.
- 2 Marinate the fish pieces with turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Set aside for 15 minutes.
- 3 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it starts to smoke, then reduce the heat.
- 4 Fry the marinated fish pieces until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- 5 In the same pan, add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- 6 Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
- 7 Add the cubed potatoes and green peas, and sauté for 5 minutes.
- 8 Add water, slit green chilies, and salt. Bring it to a boil.
- 9 Add the fried fish pieces to the boiling mixture and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are cooked and the gravy thickens.
- 10 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For an authentic taste, use mustard oil and fresh fish. Adjust the chili according to your spice preference.