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Monday, March 22, 2010

Mathi Varuthathu / Sardine Fry



Sardines are and excellent source of protein and good fatty acids.
For Sardine Fry,fishes are marrinated and deep fried in cooking oil..

INGREDIENTS:
  • Sardine - 10 nos
  • Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Chilly powder - 1 tsp
  • Garlic pods - 1 nos
  • Ginger - A small piece
  • Shallots - 3 nos
  • Pepper powder - 1/4 tsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

PREPARATION METHOD:
  • Clean the Fish and make slits through the fish .
  • Grind the Chilly powder,Turmeric powder,garlic, ginger, shallot,Pepper powder 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.


Kilimeeen Varuthathu / Red Snapper Fry



Kilimeen or Golden Thread fish can be used to make a good fry dish. Prepare by frying the marinated fish in oil.

INGREDIENTS:
  • Kilimeen/Golden Thread - 6 nos
  • Turmeric powder - ½ tsp
  • Chilly powder - 2 tsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

PREPARATION METHOD:
  • Clean the Fish and make diagonal slits through the fish .
  • Mix Chilly powder,Turmeric powder and Salt with little water.
  • Marinate the fish with the mix and keep aside for 15 minutes.
  • Fry the fish on both sides over a low fire.
Recommended Combination: Serve hot with Rice.

Ayala Varuthathu / Mackerel Fry



Mackerel or Ayala is a rich source of Omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins.
This fish can be used to make a Ayala Curry or can be Fried. The fish is marinated with masala and fried in oil.

INGREDIENTS:
  • Mackerel - 6 nos
  • Turmeric powder - ½ tsp
  • Chilly powder - 2 tsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

PREPARATION METHOD:
  • Clean the Fish and make diagonal slits through the fish .
  • Mix Chilly powder,Turmeric powder and Salt with little water.
  • Marinate the fish with the mix and keep aside for 15 minutes.
  • Fry the fish on both sides over a low fire.
Recommended Combination: Serve hot with Rice.