Uttarakhand Fish Bhuna
Uttarakhand Fish Bhuna is a delightful vegetarian-inspired seafood dish that features rich spices and a medley of flavors, making it a standout in Indian cuisine. This recipe combines the essence of traditional Uttarakhand cooking with a unique twist, perfect for seafood lovers.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Indian
350 kcal
Ingredients
- Paneer - 200 grams
- Mustard oil - 2 tablespoons
- Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
- Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
- Ginger - 1 inch, grated
- Tomato - 1 large, pureed
- Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
- Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt - to taste
- Green chilies - 2, slit
- Coriander leaves - a handful, chopped
- Water - 1/2 cup
Steps
- Heat mustard oil in a pan until it starts to smoke. Reduce heat and add chopped onions, sauté until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the pureed tomato, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the mixture.
- Add the paneer cubes and green chilies, gently mix, ensuring the paneer is coated with the spice mixture.
- Pour in water and let it simmer for about 10 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Finish with garam masala and chopped coriander leaves, stirring well. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or Indian bread.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 20 g
- Carbs: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
- Total Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in protein from paneer, supporting muscle health.
- Contains antioxidants from tomatoes and spices, promoting overall health.
Tags
IndianVegetarianSeafood Dish