Name: Doi Ilish
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: 4 piece of hilsa fish (or any white fish of your choice); 1 cup low-fat plain yogurt; 0.5 cup finely chopped onions; 0.5 cup finely chopped tomatoes; 0.5 tsp ginger paste; 0.5 tsp garlic paste; 0.5 tsp turmeric powder; 0.5 tsp red chili powder (adjust to your spice preference); 0.5 tsp cumin powder; 0.5 tsp coriander powder; 0.5 tsp garam masala; 1 tbsp oil (you can use a healthier oil like olive or canola); 0 Salt to taste; 0 Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

Rub the fish pieces with a little turmeric and salt. Set them aside for 10-15 minutes.
In a bowl, whisk the low-fat yogurt until it's smooth and there are no lumps.
Heat 1/2 tablespoon of oil in a pan.
Fry the marinated fish pieces until they turn golden brown on both sides. Remove and set them aside.
In the same pan, add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of oil.
Add chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent.
Add ginger paste and garlic paste and sauté for a couple of minutes until the raw aroma disappears.
Add turmeric, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and a pinch of salt.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and the oil starts to separate from the mixture.
Reduce the heat to low and gently add the whisked yogurt to the pan. Stir continuously to prevent curdling.
Allow the yogurt mixture to simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
Gently add the fried fish pieces to the gravy and let them cook for a few more minutes.
Sprinkle garam masala over the Doi Ilish and give it a gentle stir.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Serve the healthier Doi Ilish hot with steamed rice or whole wheat roti.
Note- This version of Doi Ilish is lighter on oil and uses low-fat yogurt, making it a healthier option while preserving the traditional flavors of this Bengali dish. Enjoy it with steamed rice for a wholesome meal.