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Fish Butter Fry

Cultural Context

Fish Butter Fry is a popular dish along the coastal regions of India, where fresh fish is abundant. This dish is celebrated for its rich, buttery flavor and is often enjoyed with rice or roti. It showcases the Indian culinary tradition of using spices to enhance the natural flavors of the fish. In modern times, variations of this dish can be found in many Indian restaurants, appealing to both traditional and contemporary palates.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500 gms Barramundi or Bhetki Fillet
1 tsp Ginger Paste
2 tsps Garlic Paste
1 ½ tsps Black Pepper Powder
1 tsp Green Chilli and Coriander Paste
1 tsp Lemon Juice
¼ cup All Purpose Flour
¼ cup Corn Flour
1 – 2 Egg
Chilled Water
½ Baking Soda
To taste Salt
Vegetable Oil

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: ghee

Olive oil is healthier, while ghee provides a similar flavor profile.

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu is a plant-based option, while canned fish can be more economical.

1

Cut Barramundi or Bhetki fillet into squares.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine ginger paste, garlic paste, black pepper powder, green chili and coriander paste, lemon juice, and salt to create a marinade.

3

Add the fish fillet squares to the marinade and let them soak for a while.

4

In another bowl, mix all-purpose flour, corn flour, and baking soda.

5

Beat the eggs and add them to the flour mixture, then gradually add chilled water to create a batter.

6

Dip the marinated fish pieces into the batter, ensuring they are well coated.

7

Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.

8

Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated fish pieces in the oil and deep fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowldeep frying pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishmilk

Also Known As

Fish FryButter Fish Fry

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