Machli Amritsari Recipe

Name: Machli Amritsari Recipe
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian

Recipe By Slurrp

Machli Amritsari is a popular Punjabi fish dish originating from the city of Amritsar in India. It is made by marinating fish fillets in a flavorful mixture of spices and yogurt, and then deep-frying them until crispy and golden. The dish is known for its tangy and spicy flavors, with a hint of smokiness. It is often served as an appetizer or as a main course with naan or rice.

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Ingredients For Machli Amritsari Recipe

500 gram Fish Fillets
2 tablespoon Ginger Garlic Paste
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
0.5 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
0.5 teaspoon Garam Masala
As required Salt To Taste
as per your need Oil For Deep Frying
0.5 cup Gram Flour
2 tablespoon Rice Flour
0.5 teaspoon Carom Seeds
as required Mint Chutney Or Lemon Wedges, For Serving

Directions : 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.

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