Konkani Style Pomfret Fry Recipe - South Indian Fish Fry Recipe

Step 1: To begin making the Konkani Style Pomfret Fry Recipe, we will wash the fish and keep it ready

Step 2: Using a knife, make three slits diagonally on either side of the fish

Step 3: This will help the masala to seep inside

Step 4: Sprinkle salt and turmeric powder on either side and massage well

Step 5: Keep asideTo make the masalaHeat a flat skillet on medium heat, dry roast the grated coconut, red chillies, garlic, ginger, green chillies, cumin seeds and cardamom pods

Step 6: Saute them for a couple of minutes until you can smell the roasted aromas coming through

Step 7: You will also notice the coconut turning lightly brown

Step 8: Once that is done, grind the roasted konkani masala in a mixer by adding little water to a coarse paste

Step 9: Apply the ground konkani masala well onto the fish, and coat it well on either side

Step 10: Rest the fish in the marinade for at least an hour - cover with a foil and keep the fish aside

Step 11: Once the fish has marinated; heat oil over medium heat on a skillet

Step 12: Place the marinated pomfret/ fish and cook on either side for about 5 minutes

Step 13: Make sure the masala is stuck well on to the pomfret, you can use your hands and apply the leftover marinated masala on to the fish as well

Step 14: Cook the pomfret, so the steam enables it cook evenly inside out

Step 15: You will notice as its steaming the masala will also turn lightly brown, hence ensure that the heat is on medium low heat - so the masala does not burn

Step 16: Flip and ensure you roast the other side of the Konkani Pomfret Fry until cooked through

Step 17: Once done, turn off the heat and place the Konkani Style Pomfret Fry on a serving platter and serve hot

Step 18: Serve the Konkani Style Pomfret Fry Recipe along with some pickled onions and lemon wedges as an accompaniment to Kerala Style Fish Curry Recipe and Steamed Rice to make weekend lunch meal