These crispy, spicy fritters are based on a dish from Baltistan, India.
Serves 4
- 10 ml cumin seeds
- 10 ml coriander seeds
- 1-2 dried red chillies
- 30 ml vegetable oil
- 175 gr besan flour
- 5 ml salt
- 10 ml garam masala
- Peanut oil, for deep-frying
- 675 gr fish fillets, such as cod, skinned, boned and cut into thick strips
- Mint leaves and lime halves, for garnish
Crush the cumin, coriander and chillies, using a mortar and pestle ; heat the vegetable oil in a wok and stir-fry the spices for 1-2 minutes.
Put the besan flour, salt, spice mixture and garam masala jn a bowl ; gradually stir in enough water, about 250 ml, to make a thick batter.
Cover and allow to rest for 30 minutes.
Cover and allow to rest for 30 minutes.
Half-fill a wok with peanut oil and heat to 375F (190C).
When the oil has reached the required temperature, dip the fish, a few pieces at time, into the batter, gently shaking off any excess.
When the oil has reached the required temperature, dip the fish, a few pieces at time, into the batter, gently shaking off any excess.
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