Machli Amritsari Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, mix together ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt to make a marinade.
• STEP 2.Coat the fish fillets with the marinade and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai for deep-frying.
• STEP 4.Dip the marinated fish fillets in a mixture of gram flour, rice flour, and carom seeds, ensuring they are well coated.
• STEP 5.Gently place the coated fish fillets in the hot oil and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 6.Remove the fried fish fillets from the oil and drain them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
• STEP 7.Serve hot with mint chutney or lemon wedges.

Cooking Tips

• Ensure the fish fillets are fresh and of good quality for the best taste.
• You can adjust the spice level according to your preference by increasing or decreasing the amount of red chili powder.
• For a healthier alternative, you can also bake the marinated fish fillets in the oven instead of deep-frying them.

Storage and Serving

• Machli Amritsari is best served hot and fresh.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the leftovers in a preheated oven or microwave until heated through before serving.