Indian Spicy Fish Fry - Crispy Pan Fried Fish with Pepper, Garlic & Jalapeño - Quick Seafood Dish
Ingredients
Spicy Fish Fry Ingredients:
- Fish - 1 lbs. ( 2- inch pieces - Any of these fishes will work Salmon, Cod, Tilapia)
- Black Pepper - 1 tsp
- Salt - 1/2 tsp
- Garlic Powder - 1/2 tsp
- Corn Starch - 2 Tbsp
Dry Seasoning Mix:
- Salt - 1 tsp
- Black Pepper - 1 tsp
- Sugar - 2 tsp
Tempering Ingredients:
- Jalapeno - 1 medium (chopped)
- Onion - 1 medium (chopped)
- Garlic - 4 -5 cloves (minced)
- Oil for Frying
This Spicy Fish Fry recipe is a quick and flavorful seafood dish that brings together crispy texture and bold, savory spices. The fish is coated in a simple marinade of black pepper, garlic, and corn starch, then fried until perfectly golden.
What makes this recipe stand out is the final toss with sautéed garlic, onions, and jalapeños, creating layers of heat and aroma in every bite. Perfect as an appetizer or a main dish, this Indian-style fish fry pairs beautifully with rice, roti, or even as a party starter.
Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make Spicy Fish Fry. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our crispy fish fry recipe calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below.
Instructions
1) In a bowl add the 2-inch pieces of fish, 1/2 tsp salt,1 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder and 2 tbsp corn starch. Mix, make sure all the spices and corn starch is well coated on each fish piece. Marinate for 10-15 minutes.
PRO TIP: Use a clean white fish such as Tilapia, Cod, Pom-fret, or Halibut.
2) Chop 1 jalapeno, 1 medium onion and 4-5 cloves of garlic & set aside.
3) Heat oil for frying, place fish pieces carefully in the oil.
4) Fry fish until lightly golden brown and fully cooked & set aside.
PRO TIP: Fry fish in batches and make sure not to overcrowd the pan.
5) In a small bowl add 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper and 2 tsp sugar.
6) Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a pan, add chopped garlic, onion and jalapeno, sauté for 2 -3 minutes.
7) Add fried fish to a bowl, add dry seasoning and tempering, toss everything together.
8) Garnish with green onions before serving.
This Spicy Fish Fry recipe is a quick and flavorful seafood dish that brings together crispy texture and bold, savory spices. The fish is coated in a simple marinade of black pepper, garlic, and corn starch, then fried until perfectly golden.
What makes this recipe stand out is the final toss with sautéed garlic, onions, and jalapeños, creating layers of heat and aroma in every bite. Perfect as an appetizer or a main dish, this Indian-style fish fry pairs beautifully with rice, roti, or even as a party starter.
Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make Spicy Fish Fry. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our crispy fish fry recipe calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below.
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