Vola Vetki Fish Roast Masala(ভোলা ভেটকি মাছের রোষ্ট কারি)

 Here’s a flavorful recipe for *Vola Vetki Fish Roast Masala*, a spicy and delicious dish made with Indian spices. Vetki (also known as Barramundi or Asian sea bass) is a popular choice for this dish.

### Ingredients:

- **Vetki fish** – 500g (cleaned and cut into fillets or steaks)

- **Turmeric powder** – ½ tsp

- **Chili powder** – 1 tsp

- **Coriander powder** – 2 tsp

- **Garam masala** – 1 tsp

- **Black pepper powder** – ½ tsp

- **Fennel seeds** – ½ tsp

- **Cumin seeds** – ½ tsp

- **Ginger** – 1-inch piece (finely chopped or grated)

- **Garlic** – 6-7 cloves (finely chopped)

- **Green chilies** – 2 (slit)

- **Curry leaves** – 1 sprig

- **Onions** – 2 (sliced)

- **Tomatoes** – 2 (chopped)

- **Tamarind paste** – 1 tbsp (or juice of half a lemon)

- **Coconut oil** – 2 tbsp (or any cooking oil)

- **Salt** – to taste

- **Coriander leaves** – for garnish

### Instructions:

1. **Marinate the Fish**:

   - Clean and pat dry the vetki fish.

   - Marinate the fish with turmeric powder, chili powder, salt, and tamarind paste (or lemon juice). Allow it to rest for 20-30 minutes.

2. **Shallow Fry the Fish**:

   - Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a pan.

   - Shallow fry the marinated fish fillets or steaks until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.

3. **Prepare the Masala**:

   - In the same pan, add another tbsp of oil.

   - Add cumin seeds, fennel seeds, and curry leaves, letting them splutter.

   - Add finely chopped ginger, garlic, and slit green chilies. Sauté for a few minutes until the raw smell goes away.

   - Add the sliced onions and sauté until they turn soft and golden.

   - Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and the oil starts to separate from the masala.

   - Now, add coriander powder, garam masala, and pepper powder. Mix everything and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes.

4. **Combine Fish with Masala**:

   - Gently place the fried vetki fish into the pan with the masala.

   - Toss the fish lightly in the masala, being careful not to break the pieces.

   - Simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the fish to absorb the flavors of the masala.

5. **Garnish and Serve**:

   - Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

   - Serve the *Vola Vetki Fish Roast Masala* hot with steamed rice, chapati, or paratha.

This dish bursts with the flavor of spices and tender vetki fish, perfect for a hearty meal!