White Pomfret Fish Fry

For Preparation Fish

Clean the fish thoroughly under running water.

Pat dry with a kitchen towel and make incisions on both side of the pomfrets and place on a plate.

Sprinkle salt, add 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder, turmeric powder and drizzle 1 tbsp lemon juice and rub well on both sides. Set aside for 5 to 10 minutes.

For the Fish Fry Masala

In another bowl, combine hung Curd, red chili powder, black pepper powder, garam masala powder, ginger & garlic paste, lemon juice, 1 tsp oil and salt. Mix this well to make a thick masala paste.

Apply the spice paste in a thin layer over the entire fish and inside the slits. Set it aside and let it marinate for 1 hour.

For Fish Fry

Heat some butter or Oil on a non-stick tawa for 5 minutes on medium flame.

Lightly dust the marinated fish with semolina to give a crispy coating.

Place the marinated pomfrets and shallow fry for 10 minutes on each side or till the fish is cooked and evenly done on both sides.

Remove from pan and place the fried fish on a kitchen tissue to absorb all the excess oil.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and

Serve hot with dal and steamed rice.