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Anand Special Catfish Thoran
🇮🇳 Indian

Anand Special Catfish Thoran

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Anand cooking — Anand Special Catfish Thoran brings a garlic touch with a classic thoran finish. About 38 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 18 min Cook 20 min Serves 3 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garlic8 cloves
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Catfish450 g, steaks

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • 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

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

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Watch how it's made

Video: Bengali Fish Stew - Indian Food Made Easy with Anjum Anand - BBC Food · on YouTube