Amritsari Fish Fry
Indian Indian - South Indian Classics

Amritsari Fish Fry

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  4 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.

Ingredients

  • • 500g seerfish (kingfish) fillets, cut into pieces
  • • 2 tsp red chili powder
  • • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • • 2 tbsp rice flour
  • • 3 tbsp coconut oil
  • • 1 tsp salt

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Rub the fish with the chili powder, turmeric, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, and salt and rest for 30 minutes.

2
Phase 2

Dust the fillets evenly with the rice flour.

3
Phase 3

Shallow-fry in coconut oil over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side until crisp and golden.

4
Phase 4

Drain on paper and serve hot with sliced onion and lemon wedges.