Amritsari Fish Recipe

Name: Amritsari Fish Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 700 gm Haddock fillets, cut into 7.5cm pcs Half a lemon, juice of; 1 1/2 tsp Salt; 125 gm Besan, (gram or possibly chickpea flour), sieved; 40 gm Cornflour; 1/2 tsp Aniseed; 1/2 tsp Chilli pwdr, up to 1; 1/2 tsp Grnd turmeric; 2 tsp Ginger puree; 150 ml Water; 1 lrg Egg, beaten Oil for deep frying

Servings: persons

1
Put the fish in a large plate and sprinkle half the salt and the lemon juice over them.
2
Set aside for 15 min.
3
In a mixing bowl, mix the besan with the remaining salt, cornflour, aniseed, chilli pwdr and turmeric.
4
Add in the ginger and gradually add in the water, stirring till you have a thick paste.
5
Stir in the egg and mix till all the ingredients are blended well together.
6
In a wok or possibly other suitable pan heat the oil over a high heat.
7
When the oil reaches smoking point, reduce the heat slightly.
8
Dip each piece of fish in the spiced batter and fry in the warm oil.
9
Take care not to overcrowd the pan as this will lower the temperature and the batter won't turn crispy.
10
Fry each batch for 3-4 min or possibly till crisp and golden.
11
Drain on absorbent paper.
12
Serve as a starter with a salad or possibly a side dish with boiled rice and dhal maharani.

8940

kcal

Calories

Fat

2511

Carbs

275

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 700 gm Haddock fillets, cut into 7.5cm pcs Half a lemon, juice of, 1 1/2 tsp Salt, 125 gm Besan, (gram or possibly chickpea flour), sieved, 40 gm Cornflour, and more.

Yes, Amritsari Fish Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!