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Malai Catfish Pulao
🇮🇳 Indian

Malai Catfish Pulao

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Tirupati cooking — Malai Catfish Pulao brings a malai touch with a classic pulao finish. About 55 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 20 min Cook 35 min Serves 6 Easy

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Heavy Cream1/3 cup
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Cashews10, soaked
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Catfish450 g, steaks

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

  6. 6

    Squeeze lemon or fold in coconut if the style calls for it.

  7. 7

    Adjust seasoning and serve.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Quick & Easy Chicken Malai Pulao Recipe |সহজ উপকরণ দিয়ে চিকেন মালাই বিরিয়ানি রেসিপি |Chicken Malai · on YouTube