Goan Mackerel Rechaedo Recipe

Name: Goan Mackerel Rechaedo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Fresh Mackerel Fillets; Salt As Per Taste; 1/4 teaspoons Turmeric Powder ( For Applying To Mackerel); 1/4 teaspoons Red Chili Powder; 1 piece Ginger (thumbnail Size); 4 cloves Garlic, Peeled; 2 sprigs Cilantro; 2 Tablespoons Grated Coconut; 2 teaspoons Cumin Seeds; 1 teaspoon Fennel Seeds; 2 teaspoons Coriander Seeds; 1 Green Chili, Stem And Seeds Removed; 5 Black Peppercorns; 4 Cloves; 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder ( For Masala); 2 Tablespoons White Vinegar; 1 Medium Onion, Chopped; 4 Tablespoons Coarse Semolina; Frying Oil, Enough For A Thin Layer In Your Frying Pan

Servings: persons

4 Fresh Mackerel Fillets
Salt As Per Taste
1/4 teaspoons Turmeric Powder ( For Applying To Mackerel)
1/4 teaspoons Red Chili Powder
1 piece Ginger (thumbnail Size)
4 cloves Garlic, Peeled
2 sprigs Cilantro
2 Tablespoons Grated Coconut
2 teaspoons Cumin Seeds
1 teaspoon Fennel Seeds
2 teaspoons Coriander Seeds
1 Green Chili, Stem And Seeds Removed
5 Black Peppercorns
4 Cloves
1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder ( For Masala)
2 Tablespoons White Vinegar
1 Medium Onion, Chopped
4 Tablespoons Coarse Semolina
Frying Oil, Enough For A Thin Layer In Your Frying Pan

1
Wash the cleaned and cut mackerel and apply salt, the first amount of turmeric and the red chili powder and keep aside.
2
In a spice grinder or small food processor grind together the ginger, garlic, cilantro, grated coconut, cumin, fennel seeds, coriander seeds, green chili, peppercorns, cloves, and the second amount of turmeric powder with vinegar.
3
Now combine the ground masala with the chopped onion and place it on one side of two of the fillets of mackerel.
4
Add a second fillet on top of each or fold the stuffed mackerel sides together.
5
Coat it with semolina.
6
Place a small layer of oil in a skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat.
7
Once hot carefully add both pieces of stuffed fish.
8
Fry the fish till crisp on both sides and done (fish will flake easily when done).
9
Serve hot with rice.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 Fresh Mackerel Fillets, Salt As Per Taste, 1/4 teaspoons Turmeric Powder ( For Applying To Mackerel), 1/4 teaspoons Red Chili Powder, and more.

Yes, Goan Mackerel Rechaedo falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Goan Mackerel Rechaedo

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