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Desi Bihari Style Rohu Fish Curry

Desi Bihari Style Rohu Fish Curry is a flavorful Indian fish curry prepared with mustard oil, fresh aromatics, tomatoes, and traditional spices. The distinctive aroma of mustard oil, combined with the spicy gravy and tender pieces of Rohu fish, gives this dish its authentic homestyle character. Rohu fish is especially popular in many parts of northern and eastern India. Rohu (Labeo rohita) is a freshwater fish belonging to the carp family and is widely found… Read more

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Preparation Time15 minutes
Cooking Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Calories550 kcal
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Desi Bihari Style Rohu Fish Curry is a flavorful Indian fish curry prepared with mustard oil, fresh aromatics, tomatoes, and traditional spices. The distinctive aroma of mustard oil, combined with the spicy gravy and tender pieces of Rohu fish, gives this dish its authentic homestyle character.

Rohu fish is especially popular in many parts of northern and eastern India. Rohu (Labeo rohita) is a freshwater fish belonging to the carp family and is widely found across South Asia. You can learn more about the fish, its distribution, and characteristics on the Rohu information page on Wikipedia.

In this recipe, Rohu pieces are first marinated with turmeric, salt, Kashmiri red chilli, and fresh lemon juice. The marinated fish is then fried in mustard oil until lightly golden. This step adds flavor and helps the fish pieces hold their shape when added to the gravy.

The gravy is prepared with onion, ginger, garlic, green chillies, tomatoes, and fish masala. Once the gravy develops a rich flavor, the fried Rohu pieces are gently simmered in it. Fresh coriander added at the end gives the curry a fresh aroma and finishing touch.

Serve this Bihari Style Rohu Fish Curry with hot steamed rice for a satisfying lunch or dinner. You can also explore more Fish Recipes, Non-Veg Recipes, and Rice Recipes on Meenraz Cooking.

Ingredients13 items

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  1. Rohu Fish1 kg
  2. Turmeric Powder1 tsp
  3. Salt1 tsp or to taste
  4. Lemon JuiceJuice of 1 lemon
  5. Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder1 tsp
  6. Mustard Oil150 g
  7. Ginger3–4 pieces
  8. Green Chillies3-4
  9. Garlic Cloves7-8
  10. Onions2, chopped
  11. Tomatoes3
  12. Fish Masala2 tbsp
  13. Fresh CorianderAs required

Method (Steps)7 steps

1

Marinate the Rohu Fish

Clean the Rohu fish pieces thoroughly. Place them in a large bowl. Add turmeric powder, salt, Kashmiri red chilli powder, and fresh lemon juice. Coat every fish piece evenly with the spices. Leave the fish to marinate for about 10 minutes.

2

Prepare the Onion and Spice Paste

Add chopped onions, ginger, garlic cloves, and green chillies to a mixer jar. Grind everything into a smooth paste. This fresh paste will form the flavorful base of the fish curry.

3

Fry the Marinated Rohu Fish

Heat mustard oil in a kadai or deep pan. Allow the oil to become properly hot before adding the fish.

Carefully place the marinated Rohu pieces in the hot oil. Fry them for approximately 5–6 minutes, turning carefully when required. Once lightly golden, remove the fish and keep it aside.

4

Prepare the Curry Gravy

Use the same kadai and mustard oil to prepare the gravy. Add the prepared onion, ginger, garlic, and green chilli paste.
Cook over low to medium heat until the raw aroma disappears. Stir regularly so the masala cooks evenly without sticking to the pan.

5

Add Tomatoes and Fish Masala

Add 3 tomatoes to the cooked masala. Cook until the tomatoes become soft and combine well with the onion mixture.

Now add 2 tablespoons of fish masala. Mix everything thoroughly and cook until the masala develops a rich aroma and the gravy comes together.

6

Add the Fried Rohu Fish

Carefully add the fried Rohu pieces to the prepared gravy. Gently coat the fish with the masala without breaking the pieces.

Cook the fish with the gravy for approximately 5 minutes. If you prefer more gravy, add a small amount of hot water and adjust the consistency according to your preference.

7

Garnish and Serve

Finish the curry with freshly chopped coriander leaves. Turn off the heat and allow the curry to rest briefly before serving.

Your delicious Desi Bihari Style Rohu Fish Curry is ready. Serve it hot with steamed rice and enjoy a comforting homestyle meal.

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This Desi Bihari Style Rohu Fish Curry brings together tender Rohu fish, mustard oil, fresh aromatics, tomatoes, and spices in a rich homestyle gravy.

The combination of frying the marinated fish first and then gently cooking it in the prepared gravy gives the dish plenty of flavor while helping the fish retain its texture.

Serve it fresh with hot rice for lunch or dinner. If you enjoy this recipe, explore more Non-Veg Recipes and Fish Recipes on Meenraz Cooking. You can also rate the recipe and share it with friends and family.

Frequently Asked Questions

Rohu is a freshwater fish from the carp family. Its scientific name is Labeo rohita. It is commonly consumed across South Asia, including India. More background information is available on the Rohu reference page.

Marinating the fish helps season it before frying. In this recipe, Rohu is marinated for about 10 minutes with turmeric, salt, Kashmiri red chilli, and lemon juice.

Mustard oil provides a distinctive pungent aroma and flavor that works particularly well with this style of fish curry. It contributes significantly to the recipe's traditional character.

For this recipe, fry the fish for approximately 5–6 minutes. The exact cooking time can vary depending on the thickness of the fish pieces and the heat of your pan.

Yes. Add a little hot water after the masala has cooked. Adjust the amount according to the consistency you prefer. After adding the fish, cook it gently so the pieces remain intact.

Hot steamed rice pairs especially well with the spicy gravy. Jeera rice and plain roti are also good options.

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Step 1 of 7

Marinate the Rohu Fish

Clean the Rohu fish pieces thoroughly. Place them in a large bowl. Add turmeric powder, salt, Kashmiri red chilli powder, and fresh lemon juice. Coat every fish piece evenly with the spices. Leave the fish to marinate for about 10 minutes.