Pomfret Fry – Indian Style
Summary
- This video demonstrates how to make delicious Indian-style Pomfret Fry. The fish is marinated with a blend of spices and kokum water, coated in a flour and semolina mixture, and then shallow-fried until golden and crispy. It's a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a meal or appetizer.
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All Ingredients - For Marination
- Pomfret fish 4 pieces
- Salt to taste (approx. 1 tsp)
- Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp
- Coriander-cumin powder 1 tsp
- Red chili powder 1-2 tsp
- Ginger-garlic paste 1 tsp
- Kokum water 1 tbsp
- Curry leaves a few fresh leaves
All Ingredients - For Coating
- Wheat flour 1 tbsp
- Fine semolina (Rava) 2 tbsp
- Salt a pinch
- Red chili powder 1/2 tsp
All Ingredients - For Frying
- Oil for shallow frying (approx. 1/2 cup)
Tools You'll Need
- Frying pan
- Pan
- Bowl
- Spatula
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Curry leaves?
- 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pomfret Fish
Clean and wash 4 pomfret fish thoroughly. Make deep cuts on both sides of each fish to allow the marinade to penetrate well.
Step 2: Marinate the Fish
In a bowl with the prepared fish, add salt (to taste, approximately 1 tsp), 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp coriander-cumin powder, 1-2 tsp red chili powder (adjust to your spice preference), 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste, 1 tbsp kokum water, and a few fresh curry leaves. Mix all the ingredients well, ensuring the marinade coats all fish pieces and gets into the cuts. Let the fish for at least to absorb the flavors.
Step 3: Prepare the Coating Mixture
In a separate plate, combine 1 tbsp wheat flour, 2 tbsp fine semolina (rava), a pinch of salt, and 1/2 tsp red chili powder. Mix these dry ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Step 4: Coat the Fish
Take each fish piece and dredge it completely in the dry coating mixture, ensuring it's evenly covered on all sides. Gently press the coating onto the fish.
Step 5: Shallow Fry the Fish
Heat approximately 1/2 cup of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated fish pieces into the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
Step 6: Cook Until Golden
Fry the fish for about on one side until it turns golden brown and crispy. The exact time may vary based on the thickness of the fish and heat.
Step 7: Flip and Fry Other Side
Carefully flip the fish pieces using a spatula and fry for another on the other side until it's also golden brown, crispy, and cooked through.
Step 8: Serve Hot
Once both sides are golden and crispy, remove the fried fish from the pan and place them on a serving plate. Serve hot, garnished with lemon wedges, tomato slices, onion rings, and green chutney for a complete meal.
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