The fish hook technique was developed at Lehan Eye Hospital in Nepal. A 26 G needle which is bent like a hook 2 mm proximal to the bevel edge, resembling a fishhook, is used. In this technique hook goes posterior to nucleus and the tip is moved anteriorly to embed it in the posterior surface of nucleus. After hooking and applying active pressure by the hook, we deliver the nucleus out of the tunnel. This technique has a short learning curve, a low complication rate and provides excellent immediate visual outcome. It is cost effective and is useful for high volume cataract surgery.