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Add the bay leaf and cardamom pods, sautéing for a few seconds until fragrant.","group":"Preparation","title":"Heat oil or ghee","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent and slightly golden.","group":"Preparation","title":"Add the chopped onion and sauté","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.","group":"Preparation","title":"Stir in the ginger-garlic paste","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Add turmeric, black pepper, and salt. Pour in the water or fish stock and bring the mixture to a boil.","group":"Simmering","title":"Add turmeric, black pepper, and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Simmering"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Reduce the heat to low and let the broth simmer for 10-15 minutes to develop flavor.","group":"Simmering","title":"Reduce the heat to low and let the broth simmer","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Simmering"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Gently add the fish chunks to the simmering broth. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the fish is opaque and cooked through. Avoid over-stirring to keep the fish intact.","group":"Cooking Fish","title":"Gently add the fish chunks","timerMinutes":7,"sourceTitle":"Cooking Fish"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Turn off the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves before serving hot.","group":"Finishing","title":"Turn off the heat","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Using a firm white fish prevents the pieces from breaking apart during simmering. For a richer flavor, use fish stock instead of water.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["Indian"]},"course":["soup"],"cookingMethod":["simmer"],"equipment":["deep pot","wooden spoon","knife","cutting board"],"diet":["pescatarian","gluten_free","high_protein","dairy_free"],"allergens":["fish"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1,"unit":"l","note":"Approximately 4 bowls"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The broth can be made a day in advance. Add and cook the fish only when ready to serve for best texture."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat. 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