Bengali Fish Curry (Machhere Jhol)

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Bengali Fish Curry (Machhere Jhol).

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious fish curry, grab a four-quart saucepan and toss in your chopped tomatoes, ground cumin, ground turmeric, salt, and a splash of water.

2. Step 2

   Stir everything together and bring it to a lively boil.

3. Step 3

   Once it’s bubbling, lower the heat to medium and let it simmer gently, allowing those flavors to mingle beautifully.

4. Step 4

   While the tomato mixture is working its magic, heat some vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

5. Step 5

   Carefully add your fish chunks and cook them until they turn a lovely golden brown, which should take about 2 to 3 minutes on each side.

6. Step 6

   Once they’re perfectly cooked, transfer the fish into the saucepan with the simmering tomato mixture.

7. Step 7

   Now, let’s add some aromatic flair! In a separate skillet, toast mustard seeds, cumin seeds, black cumin seeds, fennel seeds, and fenugreek seeds over medium heat.

8. Step 8

   Keep an eye on them; it only takes a few seconds for those fragrant spices to come alive.

9. Step 9

   Once they’re toasted, stir them into the saucepan with the fish and tomato blend.

10. Step 10

    Allow the curry to simmer for another 10 minutes, giving it time for all those wonderful flavors to meld together.

11. Step 11

    When you’re ready to serve, dish it out hot alongside some fluffy steamed rice, and enjoy the delightful warmth and richness of your homemade fish curry!.