Here’s a delicious **Fish Fry** recipe that results in crispy, spicy, and perfectly seasoned fish fillets. This dish makes a great appetizer or side with rice and dal.
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### Ingredients
- 500g fish fillets (such as tilapia, mackerel, or pomfret)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 tablespoon rice flour or gram flour (besan) for extra crispiness
- 2-3 tablespoons oil for shallow frying
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
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### Instructions
#### Step 1: Marinate the Fish
1. In a large bowl, combine lemon juice, salt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, black pepper powder, ginger-garlic paste, cumin powder, and coriander powder.
2. Rub the spice mixture onto both sides of the fish fillets, coating them well.
3. Sprinkle rice flour or gram flour over the fish to help it crisp up when frying.
4. Let the fish marinate for 20-30 minutes.
#### Step 2: Fry the Fish
1. In a skillet or frying pan, heat oil over medium heat.
2. Place the marinated fish fillets in the pan (fry in batches if necessary to avoid crowding).
3. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until the fish is golden and cooked through. Be gentle when flipping to prevent the fish from breaking.
4. Remove the fish from the pan and drain on paper towels.
#### Step 3: Garnish and Serve
1. Garnish the fish fry with fresh coriander leaves.
2. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
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This **Fish Fry** is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor. Enjoy it with rice or as a standalone appetizer!