Fish Jalfrezi with Mushroom Rice Recipe by Chef Irfan Wasti
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Fish Jalfrezi with Mushroom Rice is a delicious and flavorful Pakistani dish that is sure to impress your taste buds. With its vibrant flavors and aromatic spices, it is a perfect choice for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner.
Course:
Comfort Food, Main Course
Cuisine:
Indian, Pakistani
Keyword:
30 min meals, dinner, fish, fish jalfrezi, fried rice, jalfrezi, mushrooms, Quick and Easy
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For Fish Jalfrezi:
- 1 cup fish cubes
- 3-4 tablespoons oil
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 julienned capsicum
- 1 julienned onion
- 1 julienned tomato
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon whole spice powder
For Mushroom Rice:
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- Salt to taste
- 3 cups water
Cooking Method
Cook the Rice:
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Rinse the basmati rice until the water runs clear. In a pot, melt the butter and add the onion and garlic. Sauté until fragrant. Add the mushrooms and cook for a few minutes. Stir in the rice, salt, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Prepare the Fish Jalfrezi:
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Heat oil in a pan. Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté until fragrant. Add the fish cubes and cook until browned. Remove the fish and set aside.
Make the Gravy:
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Add tomato puree, soy sauce, red chili powder, turmeric powder, black pepper, salt and whole spice powder to the pan. Cook until the gravy thickens and oil separates.
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Add the onion, capsicum, and tomato to the gravy. Cook for a few minutes. Return the fish cubes to the pan and mix well.
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Serve the Fish Jalfrezi with the cooked Mushroom Rice.