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Kanpur Home-Style Catfish Biryani
🇮🇳 Indian

Kanpur Home-Style Catfish Biryani

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kanpur cooking — Kanpur Home-Style Catfish Biryani brings a village touch with a classic biryani finish. About 55 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 20 min Cook 35 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Catfish450 g, steaks

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • 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.

Chef's tip

Toast whole spices until fragrant before grinding.

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