Ingredients
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For Marination
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500 gm Sardine Fish
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3 cloves Garlic
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1/2 pcs Ginger
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2 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder
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1 Teaspoon Chili Powder
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1 Tablespoon Kashmiri Chili Powder
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1 Table Spoon Pepper Powder
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1 Teaspoon Coconut OilFor the Marination
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2 Teaspoon SaltAdjust to taste
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For frying
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100 ml Coconut OilAdjust with your fish Qty
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a handful Curry Leaves
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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
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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 |
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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. |
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Marination TimeAllow the sardines to marinate for at least 15-30 minutes to let the flavors fully infuse |
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Heat the Oil:In a large frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat. |
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Fry the Sardines:Once the oil is hot, gently place the sardines in the pan. Add curry leaves |
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Fry the sardines for about 3-4 minutes on each side, |
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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. |