Fish has a flaky, soft texture and a gentle, delicate flavour. It can be made in a variety of ways, but the most widely appreciated one is a fish fry. If you like fish fry, read on and explore the various types of fish fry that you can make and indulge in. For instance, Andhra fish fry has a crunchy exterior and a moist interior, whereas fish fries coated in beer batter have a crispy and delicious covering.
Usually served with fries, hush puppies, or coleslaw as a side dish, fish fry dishes are eaten as a main course for lunch or dinner or also as an appetiser sometimes. These are well-liked options for get-togethers, picnics, or informal meals, offering delectable and fulfilling seafood. The following is a list of a variety of fish fries to try:
1. Beer Batter Fish Fry:
The batter of the beer-coating fish fries is light in colour and crispy in texture. The usual process is to make a batter with beer, flour, and spices. Then, coat the fish in the batter and deep-fry till they are crispy. Besides that exciting taste profile, this dish can be served perfectly with such traditional sides as french fries, coleslaw, tamarind sauce or a salad.
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2. Parmesan Fish Sticks:
The Parmesan Fish Sticks combine both a crispy texture and a savoury taste, hence making them delightful. Fish fillets are cooked by coating fish with a breadcrumb mixture containing grated Parmesan cheese, parsley, and garlic powder. Then, they are put into a sauce and baked or fried till brown and crispy. This dish can be served with tamarind sauce, lemon wedges, coleslaw or roasted vegetables.
3. Oven-Fried Fish:
This is similar to deep-fried fish but has less oil. Fillets of fish are prepared by coating them with seasoned flour and breadcrumbs and baking them until they are crispy and brown. This dish can be enjoyed as is. And it can also be served along with coleslaw, roasted vegetables, lemon wedges, tartar sauce or a side of quinoa.
4. Kurkure Fish Fry:
Kurkure Fish Fry is a flavourful, crunchy, and salty snack. The making process is both simple and exciting because fillets are dipped into cornflour batter combined with spices and shallow-fried until they become tasty and crunchy. Kurkure fish fry can be served with a fresh mix of salad, coleslaw, or crispy French fries. It also goes well with other items, such as tart chutney of mint or spicy lemon aioli.
5. Fish Kobiraji:
Fish Kobiraji is a classic Bengali dish with a delicate taste and crunchy texture. To make this dish, fish fillets are marinated in a mixture of spices and then coated in a batter consisting of beaten eggs, breadcrumbs, and occasionally gram flour (besan). The fish coating is deep-fried till golden and crispy, producing an exterior that is airy and light and contrasting well with the soft fish within. Kasundi, a zesty and hot mustard sauce, goes well with fish kobiraji and creates a delicious flavour combination.
6. Andhra Fish Fry:
The Andhra fish fry has a tangy and spicy taste. The fish is deep-fried until crispy and golden and is then added with a mixture of spices. The mixture contains ingredients like red chilli powder, turmeric, ginger-garlic paste and lemon juice. The crust is crispy, while the interior is soft and has a melt-in-mouth texture. Andhra fish fry pairs perfectly with steamed rice or lime rice, accompanied by sour tamarind chutney or hot chilli chutney.
7. Tawa Fish Fry:
Tawa fish fry is a delectable dish with a spicy and tangy taste, featuring tender and flaky fish fillets. The fish is marinated in a mixture of spices like red chilli powder, turmeric, ginger-garlic paste, and lemon juice, then pan-fried on a tawa (griddle) until golden and crispy. It pairs wonderfully with a side of mint chutney or tamarind sauce, adding a refreshing and tangy contrast to the spicy flavours of the fish.