## Pohala Jhola Recipe (Pohala Fish Curry) (Oriya Recipes Style)
Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Pohala Jhola Recipe (Pohala Fish Curry)** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **Oriya Recipes Lunch**, this dish is **High Protein Non Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.
**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 10 minutes
**Cook time:** 40 minutes
**Total time:** 50 minutes
**Cuisine:** Oriya Recipes
**Course:** Lunch
**Diet:** High Protein Non Vegetarian
### Ingredients for Pohala Jhola Recipe (Pohala Fish Curry):
* 300 grams Pohala fish
* 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
* 2 Tomatoes
* 2 Onions – red ones
* 4 Green Chillies
* 8 cloves Garlic
* 1 teaspoon Cumin powder (Jeera)
* 3 tablespoon Mustard oil
* 3 cups Water
* Salt – as required
### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Pohala Jhola Recipe (Pohala Fish Curry):
1. clean fish and give marks on it with knife.
2. Add turmeric and salt and keep aside for 5 minutes.
3. Make a paste of garlic, onion, green chili and grind the tomatoes coarsely.
4. Heat oil in a cast iron pan and fry fish on both side until they are done.
5. It will take 3 to 5 minute.
6. Take them out, add onion masala paste in the same pan and fry for a minute.
7. Add tomato paste, salt and fry for another 2 minutes until it’s done.
8. Add water and let it boil for 2 minutes more.
9. Add cumin powder and mix well.
10. Immediately add fried fishes to it and cook for 2 minute at low flame.
11. After 2 minutes, switch off the stove and it is ready to serve.
12. Serve Pohala Jhola with hot steamed rice for a delicious weekday lunch or dinner.
### Tips for the Best Pohala Jhola Recipe (Pohala Fish Curry):
* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Ensure your oil is at the correct temperature before frying; too low and food absorbs oil, too high and it burns.
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