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Monday, March 22, 2010

Aavoli Varuthathu / Pomfret / Butter fish Fry


Butterfish or Pomfret is popularly known as Aavoli in Kerala. It is marinated and fried in oil to make a tasty fry dish.

INGREDIENTS:
  • Butter Fish/ Avoli - 5 nos
  • Turmeric powder - ½ tsp
  • Chilly powder - 1 tbsp
  • Garlic pods -2 - 3 nos
  • Ginger - A small piece
  • Shallots - 2
  • Pepper powder - 1/4 tsp
  • Curry leaves
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

PREPARATION METHOD:
  • Clean the Fish and make diagonal slits through the fish .
  • Grind the chilly powder, turmeric powder,garlic, ginger, shallot, pepper powder, curry leaves and salt.
  • Marinate the fish with the mix and keep aside for 20 minutes.
  • Fry the fish on both sides over a low fire.
Recommended Combination: Serve hot with Rice.