Masala Fish Fry

Prep Time : 16-20 minutes

Cook time : 6-10 minutes

Serve : 4

Level Of Cooking : Easy

Ingredients

·         King fish (surmai) 8 slices

·         Crushed black peppercorns 1/2 teaspoon

·         Turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon

·         Garlic paste 2 teaspoons

·         Red chilli paste 2 teaspoons

·         Fresh coriander leaf paste 2 teaspoons

·         Coriander powder 1/2 teaspoon

·         Clove powder 1/2 teaspoon

·         Salt to taste

·         Oil 2 tablespo

·         Lemon juice 2 teaspoons

·         Semolina (rawa/suji) 1/2 cup

·         Rice flour 1/2 cup

·         Onion rings

·         Lemon wedges

Method

Step 1

Mix together crushed black peppercorns, turmeric powder, garlic paste, red chilli paste, coriander leaf paste, coriander powder, clove powder, salt and 2 tablespoons oil. Add lemon juice and mix again.

Step 2

Apply this mixture to the fish pieces so that they are well covered with the masala. Set aside to marinate for about fifteen minutes.

Step 3

Heat sufficient oil in a non stick frying pan.

Step 4

Mix semolina and rice flour and spread on a plate. Coat the fish pieces with this mixture well.

Step 5

Shallow fry the fish pieces, in batches, in the hot oil on medium heat, turning sides, till both sides are golden. Drain on absorbent paper.

Step 6

Serve hot with onion rings and lemon wedges.