Hara Masalewali Machchli

A whole fish cooked in green chutney

Preparation info
  • Serves

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

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By Sanjeev Kapoor

Published 2011

  • About

Fresh cilantro plays a key role in most regional cuisines of India. It is used not only as a garnish, but also as a main ingredient in chutney-type sauces like this one, in which it is treated almost as a green vegetable.

Ingredients

  • 4 (-ounce/220 gram) whole pomfrets, cleaned (see Note)
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Method

  1. Make 2 or 3 slits on both sides of the middle bone on each fish. Put them on a large plate. Rub the salt and turmeric all over them, and set aside to marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Place a nonstick sauté pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of the oil. When small bubbl