Description
A coastal delicacy of premium Silver Pomfret (Rupchanda), deeply scored, heavily rubbed with spices, and deep-fried whole until crispy.
Restaurants serving Rupchanda Bhaja
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Rupchanda(Silver Pomfret)
- Mustard oil
- Chili powder
- Turmeric
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- Make deep cuts to the bone on both sides.
- Rub chili/cumin paste deep into cuts.
- Deep-fry in mustard oil until crisp.
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Key spices
Mustard oil、Chili powder
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Pomfret (or Flounder)
Pairing
White Rice / Sliced raw onion
Trivia
In a country dominated by river fish, this is the 'peak sea fish' to eat when visiting coastal resorts like Cox's Bazar.
Eating tips & etiquette
Squeeze lemon; eat the crispy skin and fluffy white meat together with rice.
Allergen
Fish