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Hangam Thongba

Hangam Thongba is a delectable Manipuri dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its rich flavours and aromatic spices. It brings the authentic flavour to your dining table!!

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Main ingredientsFresh mustard leaves, Rohu darnes, Turmeric powder, Mustard oil, Fenugreek seeds, Cumin seeds, Ginger, Onion, Garlic chives, Cumin powder, Coriander powder, Red chilli flakes, Fresh coriander leaves
CuisineManipuri
CourseMain course seafood
Prep time15-20 minutes
Cook time20-25 minutes
Serve4
TasteMild
Level of cookingEasy
OthersNon vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 15-20 fresh mustard leaves
  • 4 rohu fish darnes
  • Salt to taste
  • ¾ teaspoons turmeric powder
  • 2 tablespoons mustard oil
  • ½ teaspoon fenugreek seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 tablespoon chopped ginger
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 garlic chives, roughly chopped
  • ½ teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chilli flakes
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves
  • Fresh coriander sprig for garnish

Method

  1. Place fish darnes on a plate, sprinkle salt and ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder over them and rub well. Set aside for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Heat mustard oil in a non-stick pan till it begins to smoke. Add fish darnes and cook for 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for 2-3 minutes more. Drain and set aside on a plate.
  3. Add fenugreek seeds and cumin seeds to the same pan, mix and saute till cumin seeds start to change colour. Add ginger, mix and sauté for a few seconds.
  4. Add onion and garlic chives, mix and sauté till onions turn translucent.
  5. Add mustard leaves, mix and sauté for 2 minutes.
  6. Add cumin powder, coriander powder, remaining turmeric powder, red chilli flakes, salt and 1 cup water and mix well.
  7. Add fish pieces, 1½ cups water and mix lightly. Cover and cook on low heat for 4-5 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle coriander leaves and mix lightly.
  9. Transfer the fish into a serving bowl, pour the gravy over them, garnish with coriander sprig and serve hot.
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