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Fish Koliwada

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Crispy
Fish Koliwada
: Zingy Maharashtrian Fried Fish

45 mins
Cooking Time
Intermediate
Difficulty
14
Ingredients
Non Veg
Diet
Crispy, spicy, and bursting with zesty flavours, Fish Koliwada is an iconic Maharashtrian seafood delicacy, celebrated in global recipes for its irresistible taste. Succulent pieces of fish are marinated in a fiery spice paste, then coated in a crisp gram flour batter and deep-fried to golden perfection. Served piping hot with a spritz of lemon and sliced onions, this coastal snack is guaranteed to get your taste buds tingling. The secret to a great Fish Koliwada lies in getting the batter just right – not too thick, not too thin, with a kick of aromatics.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
500 gRawas or any firm white fish
from 1 lemonLemon juice
1/2 tspTurmeric powder
1 tspRed chilli powder
1 tbspGinger-garlic paste
2-3Green chillies
to tasteSalt
200 gBesan (gram flour)
2 tbspRice flour
1/2 tspCarom seeds (ajwain)
as needed Water
for deep fryingOil
for garnishingFried curry leaves
for servingLemon wedges and sliced onions

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Marinate the Fish

To start with this easy Koliwada fish recipe, mix the fish pieces with lemon juice, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, ginger-garlic paste, chopped green chillies, and salt in a large bowl. Rub the marinade into the fish and set aside for 10 minutes.

Description - Step 2

Prepare the Batter

In another bowl, whisk together the besan, rice flour, carom seeds, and salt. Gradually add water, stirring continuously, until you have a thick, lump-free batter. It should be the consistency of pancake batter.

Description - Step 3

Coat the Fish

Heat oil for deep frying in a kadai or deep pan. Dip each marinated fish piece into the batter, making sure it's well coated on all sides. Gently shake off the excess.

Description - Step 4

Fry the Fish

Carefully slide the battered fish pieces into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry on medium heat, turning occasionally, until the fish is golden brown and crispy on all sides. Drain on a paper towel.

Description - Step 5

Serve Hot

Arrange the fried fish on a serving platter. Garnish with fried curry leaves and serve immediately with lemon wedges and sliced onions on the side.

Step 1
Marinate the Fish
10 minutes
Step 2
Prepare the Batter
5 minutes
Step 3
Coat the Fish
5 minutes
Step 4
Fry the Fish
10 minutes
Step 5
Serve Hot

Plate it up!

Plating

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Pile the crispy fried fish on a wooden platter lined with banana leaves for a rustic presentation. Tuck the lemon wedges and onion slices around the fish.

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Pairing

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Fish Koliwada pairs perfectly with a tangy-spicy green chutney or a cool kachumbar salad to offset the heat.

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Garnishing

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Sprinkle the Fish Koliwada with some chaat masala for an extra zing. Garnish with fried curry leaves and sliced green chillies for added pops of flavour and colour.

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