Chettinad Fish Fry
Chettinad Fish Fry is a delicious and spicy preparation of fish made in the Chettinad region of South India. This dish is a perfect blend of hot and tangy flavors and makes a great appetizer or a side dish to a meal.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Oil - For frying
- Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - To taste
- Black pepper powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
- Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
- Fish fillets - 500 grams
Let's Get Started
- Clean the fish fillets and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
- In a bowl, mix together lemon juice, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, black pepper powder, salt, and ginger-garlic paste.
- Marinate the fish fillets with this mixture and let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat oil in a pan for frying.
- Once the oil is hot, add the marinated fish fillets and fry on medium heat till they turn golden and crispy.
- Drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot with a side of lemon wedges and onion rings.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 2g
