Ou Tenga Masor Anja

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the elephant apple and fish

   • Wash the Ou Tenga (elephant apple), cut it into thin slices. In a small pot, add the slices with 1 cup of water and boil for 10-12 minutes until tender. Lightly mash the pieces and set aside with the water.
   • Clean the fish pieces. Pat them dry and marinate with 1/2 tsp of salt and 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
2. 2

   Fry the fish

   • Heat mustard oil in a kadai or pan over medium-high heat until it is lightly smoking.
   • Carefully place the marinated fish pieces in the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until they are light golden brown. Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if needed.
   • Remove the fried fish and set aside on a plate.
3. 3

   Make the curry base

   • In the same oil, reduce the heat to medium. Add the panch phoron and let the seeds splutter for about 30 seconds.
   • Add the chopped onion and slit green chilies. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onions become soft and translucent.