Ingredients
For Marination
- 500 gm Sardine Fish
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1/2 pcs Ginger
- 2 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Kashmiri Chili Powder
- 1 Table Spoon Pepper Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Coconut OilFor the Marination
- 2 Teaspoon SaltAdjust to taste
For frying
- 100 ml Coconut OilAdjust with your fish Qty
- a handful Curry Leaves
- 2 Nos Crushed Dried Red chili
Directions
Delight in this flavorful Kerala Spicy Sardines Fry, where marinated sardines are coated in a spiced flour mix and fried to golden perfection. This dish combines the rich, aromatic spices of Kerala with crispy, tender sardines for an irresistible treat. Perfect as a snack or main course!
Steps
1 Done | Clean the Sardines:Thoroughly clean the sardines by rinsing them under cold water. For extra freshness, add 1 tablespoon of vinegar or salt to the rinse water. Afterward, pat the sardines dry with paper towels |
2 Done | Marinate the Sardines:• In a blender, add ginger , garlic, turmeric powder, chili powders, Pepper Powder, salt, and lemon juice. Blend well as smooth paste • Rub this spice mixture all over the sardines, making sure they are evenly coated. |
3 Done | Marination TimeAllow the sardines to marinate for at least 15-30 minutes to let the flavors fully infuse |
4 Done | Heat the Oil:In a large frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat. |
5 Done | Fry the Sardines:Once the oil is hot, gently place the sardines in the pan. Add curry leaves |
6 Done | Fry the sardines for about 3-4 minutes on each side, |
7 Done | Drain and Serve:Remove the fried sardines from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. In the same oil, add crushed chili and fry briefly. Sprinkle the fried chili over the sardines before serving. |
