Koi fish paturi | Bangladeshi food | Quick & easy to make |

koi fish

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: catfish

Tilapia is more widely available and less expensive.

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more affordable.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley can be a suitable substitute for flavor.

black cumin seeds

🥗Healthier: regular cumin seeds

💰Cheaper: fennel seeds

Regular cumin seeds are easier to find.

Clean the koi fish thoroughly and make shallow cuts on both sides.

Marinate the fish with turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt; let it sit for 30 minutes.

Prepare a mustard paste if not already done, and mix it with onion paste and sliced onion.

Spread the mustard mixture evenly over the marinated fish, ensuring it coats well.

Wrap the fish in pumpkin leaves securely to create a parcel.

Heat oil in a pan until hot, then reduce the heat.

Place the fish parcel in the pan and cover it; steam for 35-40 minutes.

Check for doneness; the fish should be flaky and cooked through.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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