Tareko Macha

Tareko Macha is a popular Nepali dish made with fried fish marinated in a flavorful spice blend.

Ingredients - Serves 4

In a bowl, mix ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, salt, and lemon juice to make a marinade.
Add the fish fillets to the marinade and coat them well. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
In a separate bowl, mix all-purpose flour and cornstarch.
Heat oil in a deep pan for frying.
Coat the marinated fish fillets with the flour-cornstarch mixture.
Fry the fish fillets in hot oil until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Serve hot as an appetizer or with steamed rice as a main course.