Spicy Fish Fry | Fried Fish Tossed w/ Garlic, Jalapeño & Pepper Seasoning | Easy Indian Fish Recipe

This Spicy Fish Fry 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.

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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

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.

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