Karnataka Style Mackerel Fry | Bangada Fry | Rava Fish Fry

Karnataka style Mackerel fry

Recipe adapted from : Flavors of India
Karnataka style semolina coated Mackerel fry.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves: 3 to 4
Ingredients:

1. Mackerel,cleaned- 1/2 Kg( 7 to 8 small)
2. Kashmiri red chili(whole)-7 to 8 nos(or to taste)
3. Coriander seeds- 1 tbsp
4. Fenugreek seeds-1/8 tsp
5. Tamarind pulp-1/8 tsp( or to taste - see notes)
6. Garlic-3 to 4 large cloves
7. Water-as required
8. Salt-to taste
9. Semolina / Rava-1/4 cup ( or as required)
10. Curry leaves- 2 sprigs( optional)
11. Oil-For shallow frying

Instructions:

Make deep gashes on both sides of the fish.

In a blender combine together Kashmiri red chili,coriander seeds, fenugreek seeds,tamarind pulp,garlic,salt to taste and required amount of water.Grind to form a thick and smooth paste.Marinate the fish with this masala. Keep aside for 20 to 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a pan,add curry leaves. Lightly coat the marinated fish with semolina / rava and place it over the curry leaves.Shallow fry until it turns crispy and brown on both the sides,turning once in between.

Serve with rice.

NOTES

• I used 1 tsp vinegar instead of tamarind pulp.
• Make sure the fish is just lightly coated with semolina/rava.