Bata Fish in Mustard Paste
( Sorshe Bata)
Being a Bengali, I always crave for sorshe mach (fish cooked inmustard paste) , especially when the fish is hilsa. But, do you know guys, bata mach (fish) is also on the hit list when it is cooked with the same mustard gravy. Here I am presenting to you that fantastic recipe of Sorshe Bata that goes best with hot steamed rice.
Ingredients : Bata fish (6 pcs ) Mustard paste (5 tbsp ) Tomato( 1 pcs ) Salt (as required)
Mustard oil (1 cup ) Green chilli (6 pcs )
Onion (2 large ) Cilantro (1 bunch)
Water (1 cup)
Process: Coat the fishes with salt and turmeric. Fry the fishes in mustard oil. Keep aside. Meanwhile, slice the onions. Fry them in the oil until golden brown. Add the sliced tomatoes. Fry well until the tomatoes get mashed. Now add the slit green chillies, salt, turmeric and mustard paste. Add the fried fish and also add required salt and water. Cook for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantros . Done.
