Rui Macher Kalia
Rui Macher Kalia is a traditional Bengali fish curry made with Rohu fish (Rui mach) and a blend of aromatic spices. This dish is high in protein, making it an excellent source of nutrition for non-vegetarians. However, people with a fish allergy should avoid this dish.
Allergen Information: Contains Fish
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
73 kcal
Protein
7 g
Carbs
4 g
Fat
3 g
Fiber
1 g
Ingredients
Marine Rohu Fish
200 gm (200g)
Chopped Onion
1 small cup (80g)
Chopped Tomato
1 small cup (80g)
Chopped Green Chilli
2 tsp (10g)
Ginger Paste
0.5 tbsp (7.5g)
Garlic paste
0.5 tbsp (7.5g)
Turmeric powder
0.5 tsp (2g)
Cumin Powder
1 tsp (3g)
Coriander Powder
1.5 tsp (3g)
Red chilli Powder
1 tsp (3g)
Common salt
1 tsp (5g)
Olive Oil
0.5 tbsp (7.5g)
Plain Water
1 small cup (200g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tsp (5g)
Instructions
Preparation
Wash the fish pieces and marinate them with turmeric powder and salt. Keep aside for 10-15 minutes.
Cooking Steps
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated fish pieces and fry them until golden brown on both sides. Remove and keep aside.
In the same pan, add chopped onions and green chilies. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.
Add ginger paste and garlic paste. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the raw smell goes away.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
Add cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well.
Add water and let the gravy cook for 7-8 minutes.
Add the fried fish pieces and cover the pan with a lid. Let it cook for another 10-12 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Divya Vardhan Saxena
"Tried this earlier today, and this health-focused Rui Macher Kalia blew me away with its authentic flavor. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Arjun Dev Dutta
"Tried this earlier today, and it turned out so flavorful without using excessive oil. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Divya Kumar Kapoor
"Tried this earlier today, and it was light on digestion while being super quick to cook. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. Will be making this again very soon."
Nitin Kaur Rustagi
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and this Rui Macher Kalia recipe exceeded all my expectations. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"