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Kerala style tawa fried fish with special masala and curry leaves
Kerala style tawa fried fish with special masala and curry leaves
Kerala style tawa fried fish with special masala and curry leaves is a delicious and flavorful dish from the southern state of Kerala in India. It typically involves marinating the fish in a blend of spices that may include turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and other spices. The fish is then pan-fried on a tawa (flat griddle) with curry leaves to add a fragrant and aromatic touch. It’s a popular dish known for its bold flavors and is often served with rice or roti.
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Ingredients
- 4 lbs fish (such as kingfish, pomfret, or tilapia)
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 handful curry leaves
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt to create the special masala paste.
- Rub the masala paste over the fish, ensuring they are evenly coated. Allow the fish to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a tawa or flat griddle over medium heat.
- Place the marinated fish on the tawa and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the fish is cooked through and has a nice golden crust.
- Add curry leaves to the tawa and cook for another minute to release their aromatic flavor.
- Serve the tawa fried fish hot with steamed rice or roti.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 442kcal (22%)Carbohydrates: 1gProtein: 91g (182%)Fat: 8g (12%)Saturated Fat: 3g (19%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 227mg (76%)Sodium: 245mg (11%)Potassium: 1408mg (40%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 174IU (3%)Vitamin C: 10mg (12%)Calcium: 58mg (6%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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