How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Meen Porichathu (Fried Fish)?

You need 9 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 fillets of fish (any fish, but firm, flaky white fish like grouper, fluke, U.S. farm-raised catfish or tilapia work well), 10gm Chilli powder, 3gm Turmeric, 5gm Black pepper, and more.

Is Meen Porichathu (Fried Fish) suitable as seafood?

Yes, Meen Porichathu (Fried Fish) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Meen Porichathu (Fried Fish)?

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

Meen Porichathu (Fried Fish) Recipe

Name: Meen Porichathu (Fried Fish)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 fillets of fish (any fish, but firm, flaky white fish like grouper, fluke, U.S. farm-raised catfish or tilapia work well); 10gm Chilli powder; 3gm Turmeric; 5gm Black pepper; 1/2 tsp Ginger garlic paste (or equal parts grated ginger & garlic); 1 tsp Lime juice; Salt to taste; Rice flour to coat; Oil for shallow frying (something neutral with a high smoke point, like canola or grapeseed)

Try this homemade Meen Porichathu (Fried Fish) recipe the whole family will love. Made with fish, Chilli powder, Turmeric and Ginger garlic. Easy step-b…

This Meen Porichathu (Fried Fish) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as gm chilli powder, gm turmeric, gm black pepper and lime juice. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 274 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

4 fillets of fish (any fish, but firm, flaky white fish like grouper, fluke, U.S. farm-raised catfish or tilapia work well)
10gm Chilli powder
3gm Turmeric
5gm Black pepper
1/2 tsp Ginger garlic paste (or equal parts grated ginger & garlic)
1 tsp Lime juice
Salt to taste
Rice flour to coat
Oil for shallow frying (something neutral with a high smoke point, like canola or grapeseed)

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
274 kcal
Category
Seafood

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