Ingredients:
- 500 grams boneless fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or tilapia)
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornflour
- 1 egg, beaten
- Breadcrumbs for coating
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions:
- Prepare the Fish:
- Cut the boneless fish fillets into finger-sized strips.
- Marination:
- In a bowl, combine ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, salt, and lemon juice.
- Add the fish strips to this mixture, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Let it marinate for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Coating:
- In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and cornflour.
- Take each marinated fish strip, dip it into the flour mixture, then into the beaten egg, and finally roll it in breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
- Place the coated fish strips on a plate and let them rest for about 10 minutes. This helps the coating adhere better.
- Frying:
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add the coated fish strips in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry until they turn golden brown and crispy, which should take about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried fish fingers and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serving:
- Serve the crispy finger fish hot with tartar sauce, ketchup, or a dip of your choice. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh herbs if desired.
Tips:
- You can double-coat the fish for an extra crispy texture by repeating the egg and breadcrumb steps.
- Ensure the oil is at the right temperature; too hot, and the exterior will burn before the inside cooks; too cool, and the fish will absorb more oil, becoming greasy.
- Adding herbs like parsley or cilantro to the breadcrumb mixture adds flavor.
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For a visual guide, you might find this video helpful: