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Banjara Xacuti Catfish
🇮🇳 Indian

Banjara Xacuti Catfish

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Bhagalpur cooking — Banjara Xacuti Catfish brings a banjara touch with a classic xacuti finish. About 31 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 11 min Cook 20 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Catfish450 g, steaks

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Lemon1/2

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.

Chef's tip

Toast whole spices until fragrant before grinding.

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