Katla Kalia is a celebratory Bengali fish curry known for its layered spices and slightly sweet, luxuriant gravy. Katla pieces are lightly fried for golden edges, then slow‑simmered in a masala of browned onions, tomatoes, ginger‑garlic, and whole garam masala. The sauce gains body from slow bhunoing and optional cashew/raisin, balanced by Kashmiri chili warmth and coriander‑cumin earthiness. Finished with a touch of ghee and garam masala, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice or a light pulao.
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Taste profile: medium‑spicy with gentle sweetness and ghee‑forward aroma.
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Texture: fish tender and flaky; gravy thick, glossy, and clingy.
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Ideal for: festive meals, weekend lunches, and rich Bengali mains.
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Serving suggestion: garnish with fresh coriander and green chilies; serve hot with steamed rice or basmati pulao.
What You Get
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2 pieces of katla fish in rich kalia gravy.
Key Highlights
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Traditional Bengali kalia with whole and ground spices.
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Balanced heat with signature mild sweetness.
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Enriched with ghee; optional nuts for body.
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Made fresh to order; packed hot.
Ingredients
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Fish: katla pieces.
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Base: browned onions, tomatoes, ginger‑garlic, green chilies.
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Whole spices: bay leaf, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, cumin seeds.
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Ground spices: turmeric, Kashmiri/red chili, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala.
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Enrichment: ghee, cashew paste/raisins (optional), pinch of sugar (optional); salt; mustard or neutral oil.
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