Village Bhutanese Spiced Fish Curry

Assemble the ingredients: fish, olive oil, flour, salt, bay leaf, potato, water.

Warm oil in a heavy pot. Add the fish and cook until spiced.

Stir in the aromatics and spices — the backbone of Bhutanese flavors.

Add the remaining ingredients and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning; the flavor should deepen as it cooks.

Plate and serve with traditional Bhutanese accompaniments such as bread, rice, or fresh herbs.