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Chital Macher Muitha

Chital Macher Muitha

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Chital Macher Muitha is a regal, intricate, and profoundly aromatic Bengali non-vegetarian masterpiece celebrated for its unique fish-flesh dumplings and rich spiced gravy. This recipe features the scraped flesh of Chital fish mixed with ginger and spices, shaped into professional-grade balls, and simmered in a shimmering professional-grade sauce. Known for its sophisticated flavor and status as a legendary gourmet dish in Eastern Indian dining, it represents the soulful heart of heritage Bengali royal culinary arts. Its taste is intensely savory and buttery, with the fish fat providing a unique professional-grade velvety mouthfeel. This dish is a mandatory staple for grand celebratory dinners and special family occasions. Best enjoyed hot from the professional-grade cauldron with steamed rice.

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Prep Time40 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyHard
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Ingredients

500g Chital Fish flesh, scraped
1 large Potato, boiled and mashed
1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic paste
2 medium Onions, pureed
1/2 cup Fresh Yogurt
Whole spices (Bay leaf, Cardamom, Cinnamon)
1 tsp Garam masala
3 tbsp Mustard oil
Salt to taste
1/2 tsp Sugar
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using fresh Chital fish is mandatory for achieving the most rich flavor profile.
  • Ensuring the bones are completely removed from the flesh provides the absolute secret to providing a safe meal.
  • The addition of a little sugar provide the essential balance found in Bengali recipes.
  • Always boil the muithas before frying; this is the key to ensuring the interior is cooked.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (250g))

Calories

320 kcal

Protein

22g

Fat

18g

Carbs

16g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.