Festival Belarusian Baked Fish Pilaf

Assemble the ingredients: fish, stock, water, bay leaf, black pepper, parsley, cumin.

Warm oil in a heavy pot. Add the fish and cook until baked.

Stir in the aromatics and spices — the backbone of Belarusian flavors.

Add the remaining ingredients and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning; the flavor should deepen as it cooks.

Plate and serve with traditional Belarusian accompaniments such as bread, rice, or fresh herbs.