Paplet Fry is a delicious and flavorful Goan-style fried fish recipe made with pomfret (paplet), seasoned with a mix of spices, and shallow fried to perfection. Here's a simple recipe to make it:
Ingredients:
For the Marinade:
- 2 medium-sized pomfret fish (cleaned and gutted)
- 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon red chili powder (adjust to your spice level)
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
- 2 tablespoons rice flour (for crispiness)
- 1 tablespoon semolina (optional, for extra crispiness)
For Frying:
- 2 tablespoons oil (coconut oil or vegetable oil)
- 1 onion (sliced, for garnish)
- Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Fish:
- Clean and gut the pomfret. Make small slashes on both sides of the fish to help the marinade penetrate better.
2. Prepare the Marinade:
- In a bowl, mix ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, lime juice, salt, cumin powder, coriander powder, and garam masala powder.
- Add rice flour and semolina to the marinade for crispiness.
- Rub this marinade generously on the fish, making sure to cover both sides and inside the slashes.
- Let the fish marinate for at least 30 minutes (or refrigerate for 1-2 hours for better flavor).
3. Fry the Fish:
- Heat oil in a pan (preferably a flat skillet or tawa) over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully place the marinated fish in the pan.
- Fry the fish for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Be gentle while flipping to avoid breaking the fish.
- You can cook the fish in batches if needed, depending on the size of your pan.
4. Garnish and Serve:
- Once the fish is fried, remove it from the pan and place it on a serving plate.
- Garnish with sliced onions and fresh coriander leaves.
- Serve hot with some lemon wedges on the side.
Tips:
- If you prefer a slightly tangy flavor, you can add a bit of tamarind paste or vinegar to the marinade.
- You can also add a few curry leaves in the oil while frying for added flavor.
- Serve it with steamed rice, pav (bread rolls), or a simple salad for a complete meal.
Enjoy your delicious Paplet Fry!
