Fried Fish Indian Style
Dive into the bold and flavorful world of Indian cuisine with this Fried Fish Indian Style recipe! Perfectly spiced with a vibrant blend of turmeric, red chili, cumin, and coriander, these marinated fish fillets are coated in a light layer of crispy rice flour or semolina and pan-fried to golden perfection. The aromatic ginger-garlic paste paired with a squeeze of tangy lemon juice infuses the fish with irresistible flavor, while the light crunch adds a satisfying texture to every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with lemon wedges and your favorite chutney for a dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect keywords for SEO: Indian fried fish, crispy fish recipe, Indian spices, quick fish recipes, fish fry.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fish fillets (e.g., tilapia, pomfret, or kingfish)
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 tablespoon Ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 4 tablespoons Rice flour or semolina
- 4 tablespoons Cooking oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Clean the fish fillets thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a mixing bowl, prepare the marinade by combining turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, and salt.
Coat the fish fillets evenly with the prepared marinade. Ensure that each fillet is generously covered. Let it marinate for 15-20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Place the rice flour or semolina on a plate. Lightly dredge each marinated fish fillet in the rice flour or semolina to create a thin, even coating.
Heat the cooking oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, gently place the coated fish fillets into the pan. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side until the fish is golden brown and crispy. Flip carefully to avoid breaking the fillets.
Remove the fried fish and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves (optional) and serve hot with lemon wedges and your favorite chutney or dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1312 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.2 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 285 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 2657 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 133.7 g | 267% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.2 mcg | 96% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 2193 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
