II Fried Fish (Tali Machhli) II

Ingredients: (Serves 4)

  • 900 gms./ 2lb Fish
  • 1cup gram flour (besan)
  • 1 green chili (chopped)
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 3tbsp fresh bread crumbs
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 black pepper powder
  • 2 cups water
  • 3tbsp chopped coriander leaves

For Garnishing :

  • 1 lemon (sliced)
  • 2 tomatoes (sliced)

Preperation :

  • Wash the fish thoroughly and cut into pieces. Rub the turmeric over the fish pieces with about 1tsp salt and set aside for 15-20 minutes.
  • Rinse the fish under running water.
  • Mix gram flour, bread crumbs, salt, chili & pepper powder, green chili, coriander and water and form a smooth batter.
  • Heat the oil in a kadhai or wok .
  • Coat the fish nicely with batter and deep-fry until golden all over on a moderate heat for about 8-10 minutes.
  • Serve hot garnished with lemon & tomato slices.