Mizoram Mizo Dried Fish Curry Preserved Fish Simple Broth

Method

1. 1

   Rinse dried fish under cold water briefly to remove surface salt. Break into smaller pieces.

2. 2

   Bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add crushed garlic, sliced ginger, whole green chillies and turmeric.

3. 3

   Add dried fish pieces. The fish will soften and dissolve its flavour into the broth.

4. 4

   Add harder vegetables (potato) first. Cook 8 minutes.

5. 5

   Add remaining vegetables. Cook 5 to 6 more minutes until all vegetables are tender.

6. 6

   Taste before adding salt — the dried fish provides significant saltiness.

7. 7

   Garnish with spring onion. Serve with steamed rice.