Achari Tel Ilish (Bengali Fish Curry)

Make a paste with the turmeric powder, red chilli powder and 1/2 cup water. Keep aside.

Marinate the fish pieces with a pinch of salt and turmeric powder for 10 minutes.

Heat oil & fry the fish pieces slightly on both sides. Drain & keep aside.

Temper the same oil with nigella seeds & green chilies. Saute for a few seconds.

Add the paste and saute for a few seconds.

Then add salt, pickle, 1/2 cup water and the fried fish. Bring it to a boil. Simmer on a medium flame for 2 minutes.

Garnish with coriander leaves and serve with plain steamed rice.