Gollai fish curry

Gollai fish curry

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A traditional Bangladeshi dish, Gollai fish curry, is flavorful and delicious. Carefully clean the fish, season it, and cook the vegetables with spices fo…

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Gollai fish curry is a signature dish from the region of Bangladesh. It features a freshwater fish called Kanjali, along with various vegetables and spices, to create a unique and delicious flavor. The dish is typically prepared by cooking the fish in a thick sauce with spices.

Ingredients and directions

  • Prep time20 min
  • Cook time45 min
  • Resting10 min
  • Total1 hr 15 min
  • DifficultyMedium
  • CostBudget
  • Cooking methodfour
  • Estimated cost$5.64 $1.41 / serving Estimated price; varies by store. Converted from euros at the ECB rate of October 7, 2026.

Ingredients

4 people
  • $0.86
  • $1.36
  • $0.15
  • $1.41
  • $0.15
  • $0.88
  • $0.05
  • $0.15
  • $0.10
  • $0.53

Prices from US supermarkets for 6 of 10 ingredients; Belgian prices for the rest.

Directions

  1. First, thoroughly clean and rinse the fish. ≈ 8 min
  2. Since the fish is small, it’s important to carefully remove the head and insides during cleaning. ≈ 3 min
  3. Next, drain it and set it aside separately. ≈ 2 min
  4. Season the fish with a pinch of salt and turmeric powder, and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  5. This helps to reduce the strong odor of the fish and improve its flavor during cooking.
  6. Wash the apples, eggplants, and peppers, then cut them into pieces of medium or large size. ≈ 8 min
  7. Eggplants are often used in many dishes because they help to enhance the flavor and texture of the dish. ≈ 3 min
  8. Heat the sesame oil in a pan until it starts to smoke.
  9. Next, turn down the heat and cook the fish over medium heat until it is lightly golden.
  10. Small fish can become tough if overcooked, so it’s best not to overcook them.
  11. Please return to using root vegetables, zucchini, and eggplant in oil paint at medium heat until they are lightly golden.
  12. This method allows vegetables to be cooked without losing their texture or nutrients during the cooking process.
  13. Now, let’s bring cumin back into the spotlight.
  14. Once the aroma has developed, add the chopped onion and chopped garlic, and cook over medium heat until they are lightly golden. ≈ 3 min
  15. Next, continue to season with grated ginger and cumin until the fresh scent disappears. ≈ 2 min
  16. In a bowl, gently mix together turmeric powder and red chili powder with a small amount of water.
  17. Gradually introduce the spices, allowing the oil paint to begin to separate.
  18. Add the French-style potato fries, eggplant, and bell peppers to the mixture, then stir for a few minutes to combine everything well.
  19. The spices incorporated in this way will be evenly distributed throughout the vegetables. ≈ 3 min
  20. Next, add a little water, cover, and cook over medium heat.
  21. Once the vegetables are tender, add the sautéed shrimp to the pan.
  22. Distribute the fresh chili peppers evenly over the fish and gently mix to avoid breaking it. ≈ 4 min
  23. Cover the pot and cook over low heat for another 5 to 7 minutes.
  24. As the sauce reduces and all the ingredients combine with the spices, the chakhdi will thicken.
  25. After cooking, turn off the heat and cover the dish for a few minutes to allow the flavors of the spices to meld together. ≈ 4 min

The bill

Gollai fish curry

  • Two earth apples$0.86
  • A small zucchini$1.36
  • Chopped onion: 1 cup$0.15
  • Chopped garlic, 4 to 5 cloves$1.41
  • Grated ginger: 1 teaspoon$0.15
  • Ground ginger, half a teaspoon$0.88
  • A small spoonful of yellow powder.$0.05
  • Half a teaspoon of red chili powder$0.15
  • Half a teaspoon of black cumin$0.10
  • 1/2 cup of sunflower oil paint$0.53

Total$5.64

that's $1.41 per person

Estimated price; varies by store.

Before you start

Ingredients

  • Kanjali fish, ranging from 300 to 500 grams
  • Two earth apples
  • There are 5 pots.
  • A small zucchini
  • Chopped onion: 1 cup
  • Chopped garlic, 4 to 5 cloves
  • Grated ginger: 1 teaspoon
  • Ground ginger, half a teaspoon
  • A small spoonful of yellow powder.
  • Half a teaspoon of red chili powder
  • 6 fresh green chili peppers
  • Half a teaspoon of black cumin
  • 1/2 cup of sunflower oil paint
  • To taste
  • Add water as needed.

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