Description
A fiery dry curry from Chittagong made with dried Bombay Duck (Loitta). The intensely flavored dried fish is cooked down with copious garlic and chilies.
Restaurants serving Loitta Shutki Bhuna
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Dried Loitta(Bombay Duck)
- Red onion(Lots)
- Garlic(Whole cloves)
- Chili powder
- Mustard oil
Instructions
- Wash dried Loitta in hot water, chop small.
- Sauté onion/garlic in plenty of oil.
- Add fish/spices, fry until dry and fibrous.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Garlic、Chili powder
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Dried cod, Dried squid
Pairing
White Rice
Trivia
While Indian cuisine is famous for 'fried fresh Bombay Duck', BD strictly champions 'drying it and stir-frying it intensely spicy'.
Eating tips & etiquette
The fish breaks down into a savory 'floss'. Crush the whole garlic cloves with a spoon and mix the fiery umami into your rice.
Allergen
Fish