THE SPICED COASTAL SCORCH

(Our Play on Indian Fish Fry)

THE SPICED COASTAL SCORCH

Ingredients: 2 Large Fish fillets (approx 400g total), 2 tsp Chili powder, 1 tsp Turmeric, 1 tsp Salt, 1 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste, 1 tbsp Lemon juice, 1 tbsp Rice flour...

Ingredients

  • 2 Large Fish fillets (approx 400g total)
  • 2 tsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Rice flour

Cooking Method

  1. The Coat Mix spices, binder, and a tiny splash of water into a paste; rub over fish.
  2. The Rest Let sit for 10 minutes so the spices 'grip' the skin.
  3. The Scorch Pan-fry in hot oil for 4 minutes per side until the edges are blackened and crispy.
  4. The Finish Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges.

Cuisine: Indian

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