Crispy Fish Fry

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Crispy Fish Fry that you can make at home:

Ingredients:

• Fish fillets (boneless and skinless) – 4 pieces (you can use any firm white fish like tilapia, basa, or cod)

• Rice flour – 2 tbsp (for extra crispiness)

• Cornstarch – 2 tbsp

• All-purpose flour (maida) – 3 tbsp

• Baking powder – ½ tsp (optional, helps make it crispier)

• Salt – to taste

• Red chili powder – 1 tsp (adjust to heat preference)

• Turmeric powder – ½ tsp

• Cumin powder – ½ tsp

• Coriander powder – 1 tsp

• Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tbsp

• Lemon juice – 1 tbsp

• Black pepper powder – ½ tsp

• Egg – 1, beaten (optional but adds a nice coating)

• Water – as needed to make the batter

• Oil – for shallow frying

• Fresh coriander leaves – for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Fish:

   • Clean and pat dry the fish fillets with paper towels.

   • Lightly score the fish on both sides with a sharp knife (to help it cook evenly and allow the marinade to seep in).

2. Marinate the Fish:

   • In a bowl, combine ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, salt, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, black pepper, and a bit of oil.

   • Coat the fish fillets well with this marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes (preferably for 1 hour in the fridge).

3. Prepare the Coating:

   • In a separate bowl, mix rice flour, cornstarch, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.

   • Add the beaten egg (if using) and a little water to make a smooth batter. The batter should be thick enough to coat the fish but not too runny.

4. Coat the Fish:

   • Dip the marinated fish fillets in the batter, ensuring they are well coated.

5. Shallow Fry the Fish:

   • Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, gently slide the coated fish fillets into the pan.

   • Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until the fish is golden and crispy. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan; you can fry in batches if necessary.

   • Once fried, remove the fish from the oil and place it on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

6. Garnish the crispy fish fry with freshly chopped coriander leaves.

   • Serve hot with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.

Enjoy your crispy, golden fish fry with a side of salad, rice, or as a snack!