Amritsari Fish Fry Recipe | Crispy Fried Fish In Amritsari Style

Amitava Nath September 13, 2023

If you ask me to name a world famous Indian dish  for it's crispy texture then it is Amritsari fish fry. From the name of the recipe, you can understand that Amritsari fish originated in the city of Amritsar in  the northern state of Punjab that can be called "The land of Dal Makhani and Tandoori Chicken".  Amritsari Fish Fry is a popular Indian appetizer as well as  a famous street food  known for its flavorful and crunchy texture. This dish is made with boneless fish pieces, marinated in a spiced yogurt mixture, and then coated with a special gram flour (besan) batter before being deep-fried to perfection. This fish fry is double fried to bring that crisp texture. Here's a delicious Amritsari Fish Fry recipe for you to try:

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Ingredients of Amritsari fish fry:

For the Marinade:

  • 500 grams boneless fish fillets (cut into small pieces)
  • 1/2 cup thick yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt to taste

For the Batter:

  • 1 cup gram flour (besan)
  • 2 tablespoons rice flour
  • 1 teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • Salt to taste
  • Water (as needed to make a thick batter)

For Frying:

  • Vegetable oil for deep frying

Instructions of Making Amritsari Fish Fry :

1. Marinating the Fish:

  • In a bowl, take yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder, lemon juice, salt to taste and mix all these marinade well. 
  • When all the marinating ingredients are well mixed, add  fish pieces to the marinade and coat them properly.
  • Now cover the bowl and keep it in refrigerator for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to infuse in the fish pieces.

2. Preparing the Batter:

  • In a separate mixing bowl, combine gram flour (besan), rice flour, carom seeds (ajwain), baking soda, and salt to taste.
  • Gradually add water and whisk to make a smooth and thick batter and the thickness of the batter should be such enough that it can coat the back of a spoon.

3. Frying the Fish:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or kadai over medium-high heat.
  • Dip each marinated fish piece into the prepared batter, ensuring it's evenly coated.
  • Carefully slide the coated fish pieces into the hot oil one by one. Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if necessary.
  • Fry the fish until they turn golden brown and crispy, which should take about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Remove the fried fish by a slotted spoon  from the oil and keep them on a plate covered with paper towels to drain excess oil.

4. Serving of Amritsari Fish Fry :

  • Serve Amritsari Fish Fry hot with a sprinkle of Chat Masala, Mint Chutney, lemon wedges, and onion rings.

Enjoy your homemade Amritsari Fish Fry as an appetizer or snack. The combination of spices and the crispy gram flour coating make this dish truly irresistible.

 Recipe Card

Cuisine:  Punjab, Country; India, Prep Time: 20 minutes , Cook Time: 10 minutes,  Total Time: 30 minutes, Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Servings: 4, Calories: 350 kcal 

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