Fry fish with Besan (Gram flour) recipe

 

Certainly! Here's a simple recipe for frying fish in Pakistani style with besan (gram flour):

Ingredients:

• 500 grams of fish fillets (any firm white fish like tilapia or cod)
• 1 cup besan (gram flour)
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Water (as needed to make a thick batter)
• Oil for deep frying

Instructions:

1. Clean and Marinate the Fish:

   • Wash the fish fillets and pat them dry with a paper towel.
   • In a bowl, mix lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, and salt to form a smooth paste.
   • Coat the fish fillets with this marination and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Prepare the Besan Batter:

   • In a separate bowl, combine besan with a pinch of salt and water. Whisk it well to form a thick batter. Ensure there are no lumps in the batter.

3. Coat the Fish in Besan Batter:

   • Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
   • Dip each marinated fish fillet into the besan batter, ensuring it is well coated.

4. Fry the Fish:

   • Carefully place the coated fish fillets into the hot oil, one at a time.
   • Fry until the fish turns golden brown and crisp on both sides. This usually takes about 4-5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the fillets.

5. Drain Excess Oil:

   • Once the fish is fried to perfection, use a slotted spoon to remove it from the oil.
   • Place the fried fish on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

6. Serve:

   • Serve the besan-coated fried fish hot, garnished with lemon wedges and fresh coriander leaves.

Fry Fish Recipe

 Ingredients:

• Fish fillets (tilapia, cod, catfish, or any white fish of your choice)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste, for a bit of heat)
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Fish:

   • Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
   • If the fillets are large, you can cut them into smaller, more manageable pieces.

2. Season the Flour:

   • In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. This will be your coating mixture.

3. Coat with Flour Mixture:

   • Dredge the fish fillet in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring an even coating. Press the flour mixture onto the fish to help it adhere.

4. Heat the Oil:

   • In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat about 1-2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350-375°F (175-190°C).

5. Fry the Fish:

   • Carefully place the coated fish fillets into the hot oil. Fry for about 3-5 minutes per side, or until the fish is golden brown and cooked through. The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your fillets.

6. Drain and Serve:

   • Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the fried fish from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

7. Serve:

   • Serve the fried fish hot, with lemon wedges on the side. You can also serve it with tartar sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.