Kolkata-Style Fish Fry

Tender bhetki fillets encased in a golden, crispy coating—Kolkata-style Fish Fry is the perfect excuse to make any occasion feel a little more special. Whether it’s an evening adda with friends or hosting guests at home, a spoonful of tangy kasundi and a few slices of onion are all it takes to complete this beloved favourite.

Now, you can bring the familiar taste of Kolkata’s favourite restaurant-style Fish Fry straight to your own kitchen.

Ingredients

• 4 bhetki fillets

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

• 1 tsp Shalimar's Chef Spices Red Chilli Powder

• ½ tsp Shalimar's Chef Spices Black Pepper Powder

• Salt, to taste

• 2 eggs

• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (maida)

• 2 cups breadcrumbs

• Shalimar's Soyabean Oil, for deep-frying

• 4 tbsp kasundi

  
  

Method

1. Marinate the bhetki fillets with lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, red chilli powder, black pepper powder, and salt. Set aside for 30 minutes.

2. Beat the eggs and season with a little salt.

3. Coat each fish fillet evenly with maida, dip it into the beaten egg, and then coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.

4. Heat Shalimar's Soyabean Oil in a deep pan. Fry the fish fillets over medium heat until golden brown and crisp on the outside.

5. Drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.

6. Serve hot with kasundi and a fresh onion-cucumber salad.