Konkani Style Pomfret Fry Recipe

step 1

• STEP 1.1clean the pomfret and score both sides (make slits).this will allow the masala to seep in and marinate the fish.

step 2

• STEP 2.2preheat a pan and dry roast ½ cup fresh grated coconut, 6 dry red chillies, 8 cloves garlic, 2 inch ginger chopped, 2 green chilli chopped, 2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera), 4 cardamom (elaichi), 4 kokum (malabar tamarind) till the aromas come through.

step 3

• STEP 3.3transfer the roasted ingredients to the small grinding jar and add ¼ cup water and grind the masala to a smooth paste.

step 4

• STEP 4.4apply the masala paste on the fish and in the slits. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour.

step 5

• STEP 5.5heat a pan and add 2 tsp oil, place the fish which is well coated with the masala in the pan and fry on medium heat. Cover the pan for a few minutes and allow the fish to cook through. Then carefully flip it over and allow the other side to fry. Turn the fish over once or twice more ensuing that the masala is cooked well.

step 6

• STEP 6.6remove the fish from the pan and serve with sliced onions and lemon wedges.