
Smoked haddock
Measured by weight; no common Indian kitchen name.
Instead of Smoked haddock
No vegetarian swap gives smoked haddock’s flaky fish texture; paprika approximates the smoke only.
Cod filletUse the same weight; cube and simmer until just cooked. Not smoked, so add paprika and a little salt.
HaddockUse the same weight; same fish but unsmoked. Add paprika for colour and a smoky note.
Cod loinUse the same weight; thick chunks hold together. Not smoked; add paprika and check seasoning.
Vegetarian swaps
PaneerUse the same weight; cube and add for the last 10 minutes. Firm and mild; add paprika for smoke.
TofuUse the same weight; press, cube and add for the last 5 minutes. Soft and absorbs sauce; no fish flavour.
MushroomUse the same weight; thick-slice and add 10 minutes before the end. Savoury and releases water, so reduce the sauce a little.






