Scallops Fry
Slow-roasted in coconut oil with a generous hand of spices, this mixed fry develops layers of flavour as it dries out on the pan. The patience pays off — every piece is coated and concentrated.
Ingredientsfor 2 servings
- 1 Lb Scallops
- 1 tbsp Red chilly powder
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp Garam masala powder
- 2 nos Green chilly
- 2 tsp Ginger garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
- 1 nos Onion — sliced
- 2 tbsp Tomato puree
- 1 sprig Curry leaves
- 2 Tbsp/As Oil
- Salt, to taste
Preparation
Step 1
Marinate the scallops with a mixture of turmeric, red chilly powder, coriander powder and salt for 30 minutes(if cut into small pieces that is better while marinating).
Step 2
Pour oil into a kadai and heat it and when its hot, add mustard seeds. When it starts to allow to crackle, add curry leaves and cook for a minute.
Step 3
Add sliced onion and cook until it turns to translucent. Add ginger garlic paste and green chilies. Combine and cook for 1 minute.
Step 4
Add tomato puree and Let it cook for 2 minutes.
Step 5
Add marinated scallops and combine everything well.
Step 6
Add 1/2 cup of water, close and Let it cook for 5 minutes. Open the lid and Fold everything together gently.
Step 7
Fry the scallops until it turns dry. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
Tip
The final handful of curry leaves should go in right at the end, off the heat — they should crackle and crisp in the residual heat.
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