Tangra Macher Aloo Begun o Bori Diye Tel Jhol is a delightful Bengali fish curry, light and comforting, featuring small Tangra fish and the signature Bengali spice blend, panch phoron. This curry strikes a beautiful balance, both delicate and savory. The fish and vegetables are cooked just right. Eggplant, potatoes, and lentil dumplings (Daal-er Bori) enrich the curry with a wonderful flavor, enhanced by carefully chosen spices. It's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that anyone who tries will adore!
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Tangra Macher Jhol
Lately, I've been enjoying exploring the fish markets, especially since Mehebub is away and we're in Kolkata. It's given me the perfect opportunity to discover the market near Garia. It's brimming with fresh fish, especially small freshwater varieties like Tangra Mach, also known as catfish. Just last week, returning from work, I saw a fantastic selection of fresh Tangra fish, many plump with roe!
Tyangra Macher Tel Jhol Video Recipe
Tyangra Maach Recipes - variation
I originally planned to make Tangra Macher Jhal with mustard paste, just like my Mom and Mamoni used to at our old family home. But, when I looked in the fridge for vegetables to make a side dish, I found an eggplant. That's when I switched gears from a classic Ghoti dish to a Bangal favorite: Tangra Mach er Aloo Begun o Bori diye Jhol.
Choto macher Tel Jhol, a Bangal Recipe
This light and flavorful curry with small fish is a classic Bangal recipe.
I remember enjoying this runny curry with Tangra fish at my cousin's house. His mother-in-law, originally from Bangladesh, was an amazing cook. I can still taste her incredible Tangra fish curry with vegetables. While they didn't use onion or garlic, I love the extra flavor they add to my version of Tangra Mach er Aloo Begun o Bori diye Jhol.
A Bengali Fish Curry - Catfish Curry with Potato, Eggplant, and Sun-dried Lentil Dumplings
Tyangra Macher Aloo Begun o Bori diye Jhol, or Tangra Fish Curry with Potato, Eggplant, and Dried Lentil Dumplings, is a quintessential Bengali fish curry seasoned with Panch Phoron, the famous Bengali five-spice blend.
The fish curry smells wonderful with its blend of spices. Because it's light, flavorful, and not too thick, it's gentle on the stomach. If your kids enjoy fish with bones, this is a great dish for them.
Here's how I make Tangra Macher Aloo Begun o Bori diye Jhol at Debjanir Rannaghar!
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Tangra Macher Aloo Begun o Bori Diye Tel Jhol
Ingredients
- 8 Tangra Fish cleaned but whole catfish
- 1 Potato Big Size
- 1 Eggplant Medium size; or half
- 2 Tomatoes small
- 1 Onion Big Size
- 1 Tbsp. Garlic Paste
- 4 Green Chili or as per taste
- ½ Tsp. Panch Phoron or Bengali five Spices
- 20 Bori/ Dried Lentil Dumplings
- 2 Tsp. Turmeric Powder
- 1.5 Tsp. Red Chili Powder
- 1.5 Tsp. Salt or as per taste
- 6 Tbsp. Mustard Oil
Instructions
Prep Work
- First, mix 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, ½ teaspoon of salt, ½ teaspoon of red chili powder, and 1 tablespoon of mustard oil. Rub this mixture all over the fish and let it sit for 15 minutes.
- While the fish marinates, peel and cut the potato into wedges.
- Then, cut the eggplant into wedges, leaving the skin on.
- In a small bowl, mix the eggplant with ¼ teaspoon of both turmeric powder and salt.
- Roughly chop the onion and tomato.
Cooking
- Now, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a deep pan and fry the lentil dumplings (Daal-er Bori) until golden.
- Remove the dumplings and set them aside. Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan and heat.
- Add the potato wedges along with ¼ teaspoon of salt and fry until golden brown.
- Remove and set aside.
- Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan and heat. Add the eggplant wedges and fry until golden and crispy.
- Remove and set aside.
- Now, add 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan. Carefully fry the marinated fish over medium heat, being careful not to break it. Once golden, remove and set aside. (Check the recipe video for tips on frying the fish.)
- Leave the remaining oil in the pan.
- Add Panch Phoron to the oil to temper it, then add the chopped onions and fry until they turn light pink.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and let them cook over low heat.
- Add the garlic paste as well. Now, add a little water and cook until the oil separates from the mixture.
- Next, stir in the red chili powder.
- Add one cup of water and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Then, add two more cups of water. Gently fold in the fried potatoes and coat them with the spices.
- Let the mixture simmer over medium heat until it boils and the potatoes become tender.
- Carefully add the fried fish, stirring gently, and bring everything back to a boil.
- Now, add the fried eggplant and fried bori. Boil for about a minute, then stir in ½ tablespoon of raw mustard oil.
- If needed, add a little more water, as this curry is traditionally served with a slightly thin sauce.
Serving Suggestion
- Serve this delightful Tangra Macher Aloo, Begun ar Bori Jhol hot with steamed rice.
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- Aam Shol (also known as Shol Macher Tawk)
- Kumro diye Ilish Macher Jhol (also known as Hilsa fish curry with Pumpkin)
- Magur Macher Rosha
- Ilish Mach er Dim Bhuna | Ilish Mach er Dim er Jhuri
- Shobji diye Shutki Macher Jhol
- Chitol Macher Kaliya
- Bhetki Macher Dum
- Piajkoli ar Aloo diye Tangra Macher Jhol (also known as Bengali Light fish curry prepared with Tyangra Maach, Onion Stalks and Potato)
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About Debjani Chatterjee Alam
I am Debjani Chatterjee Alam. A CSR specialist by profession and a food writer, food blogger, and food photographer as well. I live in Kolkata along with my Husband Mehebub who is an architect by profession, my daughter Pasta, and also my dog daughters Coffee and Luchi.
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