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    Vanjaram Fish Fry

    Posted on Dec 18, 2018 · Last Updated on May 22, 2024 by Sharmila Kingsly

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    Vanjaram Fish fry is a tasty and easy to prepare appetizer. It goes very well with steamed rice and fish curry.

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    Vanjaram Fish Fry

    Seer Fish Fry Recipe | Vanjaram Meen Varuval | King Fish Fry with step by step pictures. Vanjaram is one of the most popular and consumed sea food in south India. Unlike most other fishes ,vanjaram has a single center bone. It is easy to eat and its tasty which makes it popular. It is also called as the King of Fishes. Now lets see how to make a tasty fish fry using Seer / King Fish.

    How to make Vanjaram Fish Fry

    1.  In a mixing bowl add Chilli powder, Turmeric powder, Pepper powder and salt.

    In a mixing bowl add Chilli powder, Turmeric powder, Pepper powder and salt.

    2. Mix everything together by adding little water or oil.

    Mix everything together  by adding little water or oil.

    3. Add cleaned fish pieces to the masala and combine. The the masala evenly marinate over the fish.

    Add cleaned fish pieces to the masala and combine. The the masala evenly marinate over the fish.

    4.  If you prefer add crushed garlic and curry leaves. Now let it marinate for 30 mins.

    If you prefer add crushed garlic and curry leaves. Now let it marinate for 30 mins.

    5.Heat a pan or tawa with oil, once its hot add the marinated fish pieces and the curry leaves.

    Heat a pan or tawa with oil, once its hot add the marinated fish pieces and the curry leaves.

    6.  Flip and cook on both the sides till the fish is fully cooked and golden brown. Once cooked remove from tawa and keep in paper towel for absorbing the excess oil. Serve hot.

    Vanjaram Fish Fry

    Serving Options

    Goes well with Fish Curry and Steamed Rice.

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    Vanjaram Fish Fry

    Vanjaram Fish fry is a tasty and easy to prepare appetizer. It goes very well with steamed rice and fish curry.
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time10 minutes mins
    Marination Time30 minutes mins
    Total Time45 minutes mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 144kcal
    Author: Sharmila Kingsly
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    Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml

    Equipment

    • Frying Pan
    • Frying Pan

    Ingredients

    • 12 slices Vanjaram Meen / Seer Fish
    • 1 tbsp Chilli powder
    • ½ tsp Turmeric powder
    • 1 tsp Pepper Powder
    • Salt as needed
    • 1 tsp Lemon Juice
    • Coconut Oil for Shallow fry
    • 2 sprigs Curry Leaves

    Instructions 

    • In a mixing bowl add Chilli powder, Turmeric powder, Pepper powder and salt.
    • Mix everything together by adding little water or oil.
    • Add cleaned fish pieces to the masala and combine. The the masala evenly marinate over the fish.
    • If you prefer add crushed garlic and curry leaves. Now let it marinate for 30 mins.
    • Heat a pan or tawa with oil, once its hot add the marinated fish pieces and the curry leaves.
    • Flip and cook on both the sides till the fish is fully cooked and golden brown. Once cooked remove from tawa and keep in paper towel for absorbing the excess oil. Serve hot.

    Notes

    • Use fresh pieces for better taste.
    • Never miss coconut oil and curry leaves in a fish fry for a better taste.
    • Cook in a medium low flame.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1slice | Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.5g | Protein: 18.1g | Fat: 7.6g | Saturated Fat: 2.5g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 390mg | Potassium: 16mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.2g | Calcium: 3mg
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    Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist, the nutrition value provided here is an estimate. It will vary based on the quantity and brands of the products used.

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    1. Chitz says

      December 19, 2018 at 9:17 am

      Looks yum..One of the favourite fish in the family 🙂

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