Alu Potol Begun Diye Bata Machher Patla Jhol

Rub the fish with salt and turmeric, then sear it briefly in mustard oil and remove.

Bloom nigella seeds and green chiles in the same oil before adding potato, pointed gourd, and eggplant.

Stir in turmeric and enough water for a thin jhol, then simmer until the vegetables soften.

Return the fish to the pan and cook gently so the pieces stay intact.

Finish with cilantro and serve the light broth over steamed rice.