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Oven Roasted Fish (Machh Bhaja) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 fish fillets (any white fish like tilapia or cod)
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp mustard oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Special equipment needed:
- Oven
- Baking dish

Step-by-step instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a small bowl, mix together turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the fish fillets.
- Place the fish fillets in a baking dish.
- Drizzle mustard oil over the fish fillets.
- Place lemon slices on top of the fish fillets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the fish is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
5. Temperature:
- 400°F
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 170
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Protein: 23g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Mustard oil can be substituted with any other oil of your choice.
- Any white fish can be used for this recipe.

Variations:
- You can add sliced onions and tomatoes on top of the fish fillets before baking.
- You can also add sliced green chilies for extra heat.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to rub the spice mixture all over the fish fillets for even flavor.
- Do not overcook the fish as it can become dry.

Storage instructions:
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the fish fillets on a bed of rice with a side of vegetables.

Garnishes:
- Fresh coriander leaves

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of cucumber raita or mint chutney.

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed vegetables
- Rice
- Naan bread

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the fish is dry, reduce the cooking time or add a little more oil before baking.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the fish is cooked through before serving.

Food history:
- Oven roasted fish is a popular dish in Bengali cuisine, where it is known as "Machh Bhaja".

Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, tangy, and aromatic.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot with a side of rice and vegetables.

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Taste: Spicy, Tangy, Savory, Herbal, Aromatic