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Maach Rose-Scented Chaap
🇮🇳 Indian

Maach Rose-Scented Chaap

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Munger cooking — Maach Rose-Scented Chaap brings a rose-scented touch with a classic chaap finish. About 34 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 14 min Cook 20 min Serves 3 Medium

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Fish450 g, steaks

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

  6. 6

    Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

Chef's tip

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Fish Chaap Recipe | How To Make Fish Chaap | Fish Recipe | Ranna Sal · on YouTube