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fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu offers a vegetarian option while chicken is often less expensive.

rice flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour adds nutritional value while all-purpose flour is more budget-friendly.

chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika provides a milder flavor, while cayenne is often less costly.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley is a common substitute, and dried herbs are more economical.

Clean and gut the fish, then pat dry with paper towels.

Mix rice flour, chili powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, and salt in a bowl.

Coat the fish evenly with the spice mixture, ensuring all surfaces are covered.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Carefully place the coated fish in the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary.

Fry the fish for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.

Remove the fish from the oil and drain on paper towels.

In the same oil, add curry leaves, ginger, and garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Drizzle the sautéed mixture over the fried fish.

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish before serving.

Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

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