Karimeen Masala Fish Fry (Pearl Spot Masala Fish Fry)

Ingredients for Karimeen Masala Fish Fry (Pearl Spot Masala Fish Fry):

1. Pomfret/Pearl Spot – 3 

2. Turmeric powder – 1/4 teaspoon 

    Black pepper powder – 1 tablespoon 

    Chilli powder – 1/2 teaspoon 

    Salt – As required 

    Lemon juice – 1 teaspoon 

3. Egg – 1, beaten 

4. Coconut oil – As required 

5. Onion – 1 large, sliced 

6. Green chillies – 2, sliced 

    Shallots, sliced lengthwise – 1/2 cup 

7. Tomato – 1, finely chopped 

8. Garlic – 4 cloves, sliced 

    Ginger – 1 small piece, chopped

9. Crushed pepper and cumin – 1 tablespoon 

    Curry leaves – 1 sprig 

    Fenugreek powder – 1/4 teaspoon 

    Fish masala – 1 teaspoon 

    Garam masala – 3/4 teaspoon 

10. Hot water – 1/2 cup 

11. Vinegar – 1 teaspoon 

How to prepare Karimeen Masala Fish Fry (Pearl Spot Masala Fish Fry)?

1. Clean and cut the fish, then rub with the second set of ingredients and leave for 1 hour. 

2. Dip the marinated fish pieces in the beaten egg and fry in hot oil without overcooking. 

3. In the same oil, sauté onions until half cooked, then add green chillies and shallots and cook further. 

4. Add tomatoes and sauté, then add garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant. 

5. Cover and cook on low heat, stirring occasionally. 

6. When the oil starts separating, add the ninth set of ingredients one by one, mix well, and sauté. 

7. Pour in the hot water and bring to a boil. 

8. Once it boils, remove half of the masala and arrange the fish pieces in layers. 

9. Spread the reserved masala over the fish, pour in the vinegar, cover, and cook on low heat. 

10. Serve with rice. 

Courtesy: Vanitha Magazine, January 18-31, 2025

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