
Ingredients–
- 4 pieces of Hilsa fish
- 1/2 tsp nigella seeds
- 5 slit green chillies
- 1 medium brinjal cut into 2” lengthwise
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- 3 tbsp mustard oil
Method–
- Rub 1/4 tsp of turmeric and a little salt on the fish pieces. Set aside for 15-20 minutes
- Heat mustard oil to smoking in a kadhai
- Fry the fish pieces lightly to a light golden brown
- Remove and drain on a kitchen towel
- Temper the same oil with nigella seeds and green chillies
- Add the brinjal pieces and sauté till they are lightly brown and soft
- Add about 1 1/4 cups of warm water
- Add salt, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder and cook till the brinjal softens
- Add the fish pieces and cook for 2-3 minutes