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Bhilai Firewood Catfish Kheer
🇮🇳 Indian

Bhilai Firewood Catfish Kheer

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Bhilai cooking — Bhilai Firewood Catfish Kheer brings a firewood touch with a classic kheer finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 20 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Catfish450 g, steaks

Optional extras

  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

  6. 6

    Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

Chef's tip

Toast whole spices until fragrant before grinding.

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