Achari Fish Recipe

Ingredients for Achari Fish

• Cod
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• Fennel Seed
• Red Chilies
• 1 tbsp coriander seeds
• 1/2 tsp onion seeds (kalonji)
• 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
• Red Chili Powder
• Green Chilies
• Garlic Paste
• 2 tbsp oil (vegetable or canola)

How to Make Achari Fish

1. Wash 1 lb of fish fillets thoroughly under cold running water. Sprinkle with 1 tsp salt and set aside.
2. Apply the juice of 1 lemon to the fish and let it marinate for at least 1 hour (or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator).
3. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan over medium heat. Add 1 large onion, thinly sliced, and fry until light golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
4. Remove the onions with a slotted spoon, coarsely crush them, and set aside.
5. In the same pan, add 2-3 dried red chilies (adjust to your spice preference), 1 tsp mustard seeds, 1/2 tsp onion seeds (kalonji), 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp red chili powder, and 2 cloves minced garlic.
6. Stir and fry for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the oil starts to separate.
7. Add 1 cup chopped tomatoes and cook until softened and the oil separates again (about 5-7 minutes).
8. Add the marinated fish to the pan.
9. In a small bowl, coarsely grind together 1 tsp aniseed, 1 tbsp coriander seeds, 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds, and 1/2 tsp mustard seeds. Add this spice blend, along with 2-3 green chilies (finely chopped), to the fish curry.
10. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Do not overcook.
11. Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional) and serve hot with rice, naan, and raita.