Bheja Fry
A delicacy made with goat or lamb brains, sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and a blend of spices for a rich taste.
Cuisines
Hyderabadi
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 40 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 250 grams | goat brain (bheja) |
| 2 tablespoons | oil |
| 1 teaspoon | cumin seeds |
| 2 | medium onions, finely chopped |
| 1 tablespoon | ginger-garlic paste |
| 2 | green chilies, finely chopped |
| 1 teaspoon | red chili powder |
| 1/2 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| 1 teaspoon | coriander powder |
| 1 teaspoon | garam masala |
| 1 | tomato, finely chopped |
| 2 tablespoons | fresh coriander leaves, chopped |
| — | salt to taste |
Instructions
- 1 Clean the goat brain thoroughly under running water and remove any membranes.
- 2 Boil the brain in water for about 5 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- 3 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and add cumin seeds.
- 4 Once the cumin seeds splutter, add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- 5 Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, and sauté for another 2 minutes.
- 6 Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 7 Add the boiled brain and gently mash it with a spatula.
- 8 Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend the spices with the brain.
- 9 Add the chopped tomato and cook until it softens.
- 10 Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
- 11 Serve hot with roti or rice.
Tips
For a richer taste, add a tablespoon of butter before serving.