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Bangladeshi fish curry with daikon

If you are using rohu fish it will usually be frozen. Soak it in cold water for 30-45 minutes to defrost and while still a little firm, descale and cut each steak into quarters and wash in cold saltwater a few times.

Questions about this dish

Answers taken from this dish's times, amounts, swaps and tips โ€” not a chatbot.

How long does Bangladeshi fish curry with daikon take?

2 hr 10 min all in โ€” 15 min prep, 1 hr 10 min cook, 45 min rest. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.

How many does it serve?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.

How hard is it?

Medium.

How spicy is it?

Mild.

What allergens should I watch?

This recipe is labelled for Fish. Labels are informational โ€” check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.

Does it fit a diet?

The published recipe is labelled Pescatarian, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free.

What does it cost to cook?

Weeknight budget โ€” about $8โ€“16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.

What equipment do I need?

Saucepan, Mixing bowl.

How much salt do I put in?

The recipe lists Salt at 2 tsp.

What can I use instead?

garlic (garlic powder or a pinch of onion) โ†’ garlic powder or a pinch of onion. 1 clove โ‰ˆ ยผ tsp garlic powder. The fresh bite will be missing. onion โ†’ shallot. Shallots are sweeter. Use the same volume, or a little extra onion if that is what you have. chilli (paprika or chilli flakes) โ†’ paprika or chilli flakes. Paprika is milder and sweeter. Add cayenne if you still want heat. lime โ†’ lemon. Works in most savoury cooking. Desserts may notice.

Any tips from this recipe?

Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.

Can I use an air fryer?

This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.

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