Meen Pathiri Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.To make the pathiri, mix rice flour with water and knead it into a soft dough.
• STEP 2.Divide the dough into small balls and flatten them into thin pancakes.
• STEP 3.Cook the pathiri on a hot griddle until both sides are cooked and slightly browned.
• STEP 4.To make the fish filling, heat oil in a pan and sauté onions until golden brown.
• STEP 5.Add ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, and spices like turmeric, chili powder, and coriander powder.
• STEP 6.Add fish pieces and cook until they are tender and well-coated with the spices.
• STEP 7.Take a pathiri pancake and place a spoonful of the fish filling in the center.
• STEP 8.Fold the pathiri in half and seal the edges to form a semi-circle.
• STEP 9.Repeat the process with the remaining pathiri and fish filling.
• STEP 10.Steam the stuffed pathiri for a few minutes or shallow fry them until crispy and golden brown.
• STEP 11.Serve hot with coconut chutney or tomato sauce.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to knead the rice flour dough well to get a smooth and pliable texture.
• You can use any firm fish like kingfish or mackerel for the filling.
• If you prefer a spicier filling, add more green chilies or red chili powder.
• To enhance the flavor, you can also add curry leaves and coconut milk to the fish filling.
• If you don't have a steamer, you can use a colander placed over a pot of boiling water to steam the pathiri.

Storage and Serving

• Meen Pathiri is best served hot and fresh.
• Leftover pathiri can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• To reheat, steam the pathiri for a few minutes or microwave them until warm.
• Serve Meen Pathiri as a main course with a side of raita or pickle.
• It can also be enjoyed as a snack with tea or coffee.