Piro Sidra macha ko achar recipe/सिद्रा माछाको आचार/recipe video/dried fish pickle Darjeeling style

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried coriander

Parsley is a good substitute for fresh flavor.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds offer a similar crunch.

Clean and fillet the fish, ensuring no bones remain.

In a bowl, combine ginger, garlic, and green chilies; mash into a paste.

Add turmeric, salt, fenugreek seeds, coriander powder, and cumin powder to the paste; mix well.

In a separate bowl, whisk together mustard oil, lemon juice, and sugar until combined.

Combine the fish fillets with the spice paste; coat evenly.

Add the mustard oil mixture to the fish and mix thoroughly.

Transfer the mixture to a clean jar; press down to remove air pockets.

Cover the jar tightly and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours.

Before serving, sprinkle with fresh coriander and sesame seeds for garnish.

Serve with steamed rice or as a side dish.

Cooking Techniques

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