You must have heard of mango-lemon pickle a lot, but have you ever heard of pickle made from fish? Yes, Chepua fish is not just a traditional food today, rather the people of Mithla prepare pickles and eat it. Not only Mithla, it is eaten in many places of Bihar. Chepua fish is widely seen in local markets and dhabas. Despite being small in size, this fish leaves behind even bigger fish in terms of taste and nutrition, which is why its popularity is continuously increasing.

Chepua pickle is prepared with great enthusiasm. In villages, women and small businessmen together make fish pickle, which does not spoil for a long time and is very tasty. This is the reason why Chepua fish pickle has now become a special product, the price of which is also good.

What are its benefits?
Chepua fish is also considered very beneficial from health point of view. Protein, calcium, iron and essential fatty acids are found in abundance in it, which not only gives strength to the body but is also beneficial for bones and muscles. This is the reason why children, elderly and working people all like it. In villages, it is considered an important part of affordable and nutritious diet, which makes everyday food rich in nutrition.

How is Chepua fish pickle made?
To make Chepua fish pickle, first of all the fish is cleaned thoroughly, applied salt and turmeric and dried in the sun, after which it is lightly fried in mustard oil. Then mustard oil is heated in a pan, mustard, fennel, fenugreek seeds and dried red chillies are tempered, garlic, ginger and green chillies are added and fried and fried Chepua fish is added and cooked lightly, adding salt as per taste and a little lemon juice or vinegar. After it cools down, it is stored in a clean and dry glass jar. This pickle becomes even more delicious in a few days.

In today’s time when people are increasingly moving towards protein supplements and expensive medicines, this traditional fish pickle of Mithila comes as a desi and reliable alternative. It not only provides essential nutrition to the body, but is also no less than any modern food in taste. If you want to taste something different and traditional along with being healthy, then definitely include Mithila fish pickle in your diet. This is such a combination of taste and health, which can keep you fit and energetic for a long time.