Naga Style Smoked Fish Fry

Naga Style Smoked Fish Fry is a traditional Naga cuisine dish that is bursting with flavors and is a perfect appetizer or side dish.

Naga Style Smoked Fish Fry

Ingredients

  • 500g fish fillets
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 2 teaspoons red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 tablespoon mustard oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Clean the fish fillets and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. In a bowl, mix ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, mustard oil, and salt to form a marinade.
  3. Coat the fish fillets with the marinade and let them sit for 15 minutes.
  4. Heat a non-stick pan on medium heat and place the fish fillets on it.
  5. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until the fish is cooked through and has a smoky flavor.
  6. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Non-stick pan Cooking spatula

Tools

Knife Cutting board Mixing bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the Naga Style Smoked Fish Fry with a side of fresh salad and a squeeze of lemon for a burst of freshness.

Tips & tricks

For an extra smoky flavor, you can also use a charcoal grill for cooking the fish fillets.

Cost

$15