Kerala Simple Fish Fry(Meen)

Ingredientsfor 2 servings

• 1 kg King fish
• 2 tbsp Chilly powder
• 1/2 tsp Coriander powder
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
• Salt, to taste
• 1/4 tsp Fennel seeds (Perinjeerakam)
• 1/4 tsp Amchoor powder can add a tsp of vinegar or tamarind pulp instead, Dry mango powder
• 1 nos Onion sliced, medium
• Oil — for deep frying

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Clean and cut fish into medium pieces.

2. Step 2

   Grind together all powders, salt and fennel seeds along with a tsp of oil and a little water into a smooth paste.

3. Step 3

   Marinate the fish with the above masala for atleast 1/2 an hr.

4. Step 4

   Set a pan over medium heat and pour in the oil or a kadai.

5. Step 5

   Fry in hot oil the marinated fish.

6. Step 6

   When the fish gets half cooked, add 1/4 of the sliced onions.

7. Step 7

   Fry, till the onions goes golden brown.

8. Step 8

   Serve while still hot as a starter.