HOW TO COOK MASHBOUS FISH ZUBAIDI /SILVER POMFRET BY REEMARVIN COOKING LIFESTYLE

Zubaidi fish

🥗Healthier: grilled salmon

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Tilapia is more affordable and widely available.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Long-grain rice is less expensive and cooks similarly.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: annatto seeds

Turmeric adds color and is a cost-effective alternative.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly cooking oil.

Rinse basmati rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onions and garlic until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes and green chili, cooking until tomatoes break down, about 5 minutes.

Stir in cumin, coriander, and bay leaves, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

Add the drained rice to the pot and stir to coat in the spices.

Pour in enough water to cover the rice by about an inch, then season with salt and black pepper.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover, cooking for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.

Meanwhile, season the Zubaidi fish with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

In a separate pan, grill or pan-fry the fish until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.

Once the rice is cooked, fluff with a fork and remove from heat.

Serve the rice topped with grilled Zubaidi fish.

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