Masor tenga Recipe

Masor Tenga is a tangy and flavorful fish curry from the northeastern state of Assam in India. It is made with fish (usually Rohu or Catla) cooked in a sour gravy made with tomatoe...more

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Ingredients for Masor tenga Recipe

  • 125 gram Fish, Cut Into Pieces
  • 0.13 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • As required Salt, To Taste
  • 1/2 tablespoon Mustard Oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
  • 1/2 Onions, Finely Chopped
  • 1/4 tablespoon Ginger Garlic Paste
  • 1/2 Tomatoes, Chopped
  • 0.13 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
  • As required Salt, To Taste
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/4 tablespoon Pieces Of Kokum Or Tamarind Pulp
  • As required Lemon Juice, To Taste
  • as required Fresh Coriander Leaves, For Garnish

Directions: Masor Tenga Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Marinate the fish pieces with turmeric powder and salt. Let it marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  • STEP 2.Heat mustard oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  • STEP 3.Add chopped onions and cook until golden brown.
  • STEP 4.Add ginger-garlic paste and saut茅 for a minute.
  • STEP 5.Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy.
  • STEP 6.Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
  • STEP 7.Add water and bring the gravy to a boil. Add the marinated fish pieces and kokum.
  • STEP 8.Cover the pan and cook on low heat until the fish is cooked through and the flavors are well blended.
  • STEP 9.Squeeze lemon juice over the curry and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
  • STEP 10.Serve Masor Tenga hot with steamed rice.

Cooking Tips

  • If you don't have kokum, you can substitute it with tamarind pulp or lemon juice.
  • You can adjust the amount of lemon juice or kokum according to your taste preference.
  • For a spicier version, you can add green chilies or red chili powder.

Storage and Serving

  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat the curry in a pan or microwave until heated through.
  • Serve Masor Tenga with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
value
71
calories per serving
< 1 g Fat2 g Protein13 g Carbs4 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    < 1g
  • Protein
    2g
  • Carbs
    13g
  • Fiber
    4g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    13g
  • Protein
    2g
  • Fiber
    4g

Fats

  • Fat
    < 1g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    35mg
  • Iron
    1mg
  • Vitamin A
    3201mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    34mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    43mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    31mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    48mg
  • Selenium
    < 1mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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