Crispy Fish Fry Bites Recipe

Name: Crispy Fish Fry Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: south indian
Ingredients: 0.3 g · Chaat masala; 15 ml · Coriander leaves; 15 ml · Cornstarch; 5 ml · Ginger-garlic paste; 5 ml · Ground cumin; 15 ml · Lemon juice; 100 ml · Oil; 5 ml · Red chili powder; 30 ml · Rice flour; 5 ml · Turmeric powder; 60 ml · Water; 250 g · White fish (kingfish or pomfret)

Ingredients

2 servings

Chaat masala
0.3 g
Coriander leaves
15 ml
Cornstarch
15 ml
Ginger-garlic paste
5 ml
Ground cumin
5 ml
Lemon juice
15 ml
Oil
100 ml
Red chili powder
5 ml
Rice flour
30 ml
Turmeric powder
5 ml
Water
60 ml
White fish (kingfish or pomfret)
cut into 2 cm pieces
250 g

Flavor profile

Spice

Richness

Method

1Cut 250 g of fresh white fish (like kingfish or pomfret) into 2 cm bite-sized pieces. Pat dry with a clean cloth.
2In a bowl, mix fish pieces with 1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp red chilli powder, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Marinate for 15 minutes.
3In a separate bowl, whisk 2 tbsp rice flour and 1 tbsp cornstarch with 60 ml water to make a smooth, thin batter.
4Heat 100 ml of oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Once hot, dip each fish piece into the batter, ensuring full coating.
5Carefully lower battered fish into the hot oil. Fry in batches for 3–4 minutes, turning once, until golden and crisp.
6Remove fish with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Keep warm while frying the rest.
7In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp chopped coriander, and a pinch of chaat masala for dipping.
8Serve hot with the tangy chutney on the side. Best enjoyed fresh and crunchy.