Sohra Fish Fry

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Ingredients

500 grams	fresh river fish (preferably Rohu or Catla)
1 tablespoon	turmeric powder
1 tablespoon	red chili powder
2 tablespoons	mustard oil
—	salt to taste
1 cup	fresh coriander leaves
2	green chilies
1 inch	ginger
4 cloves	garlic

Instructions

1. 1 Clean the fish thoroughly and cut into medium-sized pieces.
2. 2 In a bowl, marinate the fish with turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Set aside for 15 minutes.
3. 3 In a blender, make a paste of coriander leaves, green chilies, ginger, and garlic.
4. 4 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it starts to smoke lightly.
5. 5 Reduce the heat and add the marinated fish pieces to the pan.
6. 6 Fry the fish on medium heat until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
7. 7 Remove the fish from the pan and set aside.
8. 8 In the same pan, add the coriander paste and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
9. 9 Add the fried fish back into the pan, gently coating them with the coriander paste.
10. 10 Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
11. 11 Serve hot with steamed rice or as a side dish.