Madras Fried Fish Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Clean and wash the fish fillets. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
• STEP 2.In a bowl, mix together turmeric powder, red chili powder, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, and salt to make a marinade.
• STEP 3.Coat the fish fillets with the marinade and let them marinate for 30 minutes.
• STEP 4.In a separate bowl, mix together rice flour, cornflour, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt to make the coating mixture.
• STEP 5.Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai. Dip each marinated fish fillet in the coating mixture and deep-fry until golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 6.Serve hot with steamed rice and chutney.

Cooking Tips

• Choose fresh and firm fish fillets for the best results.
• You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less red chili powder.
• Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the fish to ensure a crispy texture.

Storage and Serving

• Madras fried fish is best enjoyed immediately after frying for optimal crispiness.
• Leftover fried fish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the fish in a preheated oven or toaster oven to maintain its crispiness.