Machli Balochi Recipe | Traditional Balochi Fish Dish

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs fresh firm white fish fillets (such as snapper or cod), skin on, cut into large pieces
• 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 large red onion, finely sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon mustard oil (optional, for authentic flavor)
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved