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A traditional Assamese delicacy, this pungent and spicy mash is made from fermented dried fish, roasted garlic, and fiery chilies. A bold and flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
For 4 servings
Roast the Ingredients
Prepare the Mash
Final Assembly
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A traditional Assamese delicacy, this pungent and spicy mash is made from fermented dried fish, roasted garlic, and fiery chilies. A bold and flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
This indian recipe takes 20 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 158.66 calories per serving with 9.96g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for side or lunch or dinner.
Serve
For a slight tang, you can roast a small tomato along with the garlic and chilies and mash it into the pitika.
Add a tablespoon of fermented bamboo shoot (khorisa) paste along with the mustard oil for an extra layer of pungent, fermented flavor, common in Northeast Indian cuisine.
While it would no longer be 'Hukoti Pitika', you can use other types of plain dried fish (not fermented) for a milder version of this dish.
Dried fish is a concentrated source of protein, which is essential for muscle repair, immune function, and overall body maintenance.
The fermentation process used to make hukoti maas introduces beneficial bacteria (probiotics), which can help improve gut health and digestion.
Garlic contains allicin and chilies are rich in Vitamin C and capsaicin, all of which are known to support and strengthen the immune system.
Capsaicin from chilies and compounds in mustard oil have natural anti-inflammatory effects that can help reduce inflammation in the body.
Hukoti Maas is a traditional Assamese food product made from small river fish that are fermented and then sun-dried. The process gives it a very strong, pungent aroma and a unique, savory flavor.
Yes, in moderation. The fermented fish is a good source of protein and beneficial probiotics for gut health. Garlic and chilies offer immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties. However, it is high in sodium, so it should be consumed in small quantities.
One serving of Hukoti Maas Pitika (approximately 1/4 cup) contains around 155 calories, primarily from the mustard oil and the protein-dense dried fish.
Absolutely. The extremely pungent aroma is the signature characteristic of hukoti maas due to the fermentation process. Roasting it will intensify the smell, so good ventilation is key.
Hukoti Maas can be found in specialty stores that carry products from Northeast India or through online retailers specializing in ethnic foods.
You can, but the texture will be different. You can try pulsing the roasted ingredients briefly in a small food processor or chopper, but be careful not to over-process it into a smooth paste. The dish is meant to have a coarse, rustic texture.
Store any leftover pitika in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The flavors will meld and intensify, but the raw onion will lose its crunch.