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Fish
Smoked & Dried
Bombay Duck

aka. bombili, bummalo, loitta, lote, strange fish

A type of lizardfish native to the waters of the Indo-Pacific region, particularly the coasts of India and Bangladesh.

FLAVOR PROFILE
Distinctly umami with pungent and salty notes, often intensified through drying or smoking.
TEXTURE PROFILE
Soft and delicate when fresh, becomes chewy and firm when dried.
Culinary Uses
  • Dried and Fried: Often deep-fried to add a crunchy texture.
  • Curried: Can be incorporated into curries for its strong flavor.
  • Stewed: Stewing maintains its delicate texture and enhances the umami flavor.

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