Seabreeze on your cheek, the sun beaming down, and the lap of the waves: a bite of Easy Fried Fish invokes all of these vacation sensations. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, Easy Fried Fish is a sunny dish that balances a light texture with a solid heartiness. You can have this dish ready in 30 minutes or less, and you can pair it with just about any topping and side. You can tell takeout to take a hike.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coriander powder
- 1 tablespoon red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons vinegar or lime juice
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 4 fillets fish, of your choice
- flour, to taste
- neutral oil, to taste
Editor’s Notes:
Looking for an air fryer method? Typically, you will want to air fry fish sticks at 390 degrees F for 12-15 minutes, flipping the fish at the 8-minute mark. Cook time may vary, so please pay close attention while cooking.
Directions
Step 1 –Mix the coriander powder, the red chili powder, the turmeric, the salt, the vinegar, and the garlic paste into a smooth paste. Add a little water if needed if it seems too thick.
Step 2 –Pat the fish fillets dry.
Step 3 –On a cutting board or in a large bowl, coat the fish fillets with the paste, coating evenly. Marinate for 10 minutes.
Step 4 –Place the flour in a shallow dish and coat the fillets in the flour.
Step 5 –Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
Step 6 –Shallow fry the fillets for 5 minutes on each side.
Step 7 –Drain the fish of excess oil on paper towels before serving.
Step 8 –Serve hot.
