Name: Fish Egg Roast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2-3 People
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 250-300 g Fish Eggs; 2 medium, sliced Onions; 1 inch piece, chopped Ginger; 5-6 cloves, sliced Garlic; 2-3, slit Green Chillies; 1 medium, sliced Tomatoes; 1/4 cup, chopped Coriander Leaves; 2-3 tbsp Cooking Oil; 1-2 tsp Chilli Powder; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Powder; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 1/2 tsp Cumin Powder

Ready in

40 mins

Cuisine

Indian · South Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

25 min

Serving

2-3 People

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Recipe by ABHIJITHKL44 on YouTube

Recipe Summary

This recipe demonstrates a simple and delicious fish egg roast, perfect for a quick meal. Cleaned fish eggs are marinated with a blend of Indian spices, then stir-fried with sautéed onions, ginger, garlic, green chillies, and tomatoes, finished with fresh coriander leaves. The dish is known for its rich flavor and ease of preparation, making it an excellent accompaniment to rice.

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All Ingredients - Main Ingredients

Fish Eggs 250-300 g
Onions 2 medium, sliced
Ginger 1 inch piece, chopped
Garlic 5-6 cloves, sliced
Green Chillies 2-3, slit
Tomatoes 1 medium, sliced
Coriander Leaves 1/4 cup, chopped
Cooking Oil 2-3 tbsp

All Ingredients - For Marination

Chilli Powder 1-2 tsp
Turmeric Powder 1/2 tsp
Salt 1 tsp
Black Pepper Powder 1/2 tsp
Coriander Powder 1 tsp

All Ingredients - For Flavor

Cumin Powder 1/2 tsp

Tools You'll Need

Pan
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No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
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- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
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⚠ Contains Allergens

shellfish

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Clean and Marinate Fish Eggs

Carefully remove any black thread-like parts from the fish eggs and wash them thoroughly. In a bowl, combine the cleaned fish eggs with chilli powder, turmeric powder, salt, black pepper powder, and coriander powder. Mix well with your hands until the eggs are evenly coated with the spices.

Step 2: Prepare Aromatics

Slice the onions into thin rings. Chop the ginger into small pieces. Slice the garlic cloves. Slit the green chillies.

Step 3: Sauté Onions and Ginger

Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and chopped ginger. Sauté until the onions turn translucent and slightly golden brown, which should take approximately . Add a pinch of salt to help the onions cook faster.

Step 4: Add Green Chillies

Add the slit green chillies to the pan with the sautéed onions and ginger. Sauté for .

Step 5: Cook Fish Eggs (First Phase)

Add the marinated fish eggs to the pan. Gently spread them out evenly. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for on low-medium heat.

Step 6: Add Garlic and Tomatoes

Uncover the pan. Gently flip the fish eggs to cook the other side. Add the sliced garlic and sliced tomatoes. Cover the pan again and cook for another until the tomatoes soften.

Step 7: Add Cumin Powder and Final Stir

Uncover the pan. Add the cumin powder. Gently stir the mixture, ensuring not to break the eggs too much. Let any excess water evaporate, cooking until the mixture is relatively dry and well-combined, which should take approximately .

Step 8: Garnish and Serve

Add the freshly chopped coriander leaves. Give a final gentle stir to incorporate the coriander. Remove from heat and transfer the fish egg roast to a serving dish. Serve hot with rice.

Pro Tips

• Carefully remove the black thread-like parts from the fish eggs to prevent stomach discomfort.

• Use oil from previous fish fries for an enhanced flavor profile.

• Gently stir the fish eggs to prevent them from breaking apart, as they are very soft.

• Black pomfret eggs are recommended for the best taste, but any fish eggs can be used.

Recipe Variations

• The fish eggs can be scrambled instead of kept in larger pieces.

• Adjust spice levels according to personal preference.

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