Sometimes to complete a meal, you need something crispy and crunchy to go alongside
It was during the search for something like that one day that I was honestly thankful to God for preservation techniques. There, in a glass jar in an undisturbed corner of the shelf, was the crispy sun- dried fish waiting to be noticed. I believe it yearned to get my attention coz that's when my scanning gaze halted on it and hitherto! the muse met the artist! And an art ensued :D :D (at least that's what I'd like to believe ;D)
What I used
- Cleaned and sun dried fish: a handful (~15 neythilis or any dried fish)
- Chilli powder: 2 teaspoons
- Pepper powder: 1/2 teaspoon
- Corriander powder: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: a pinch
- Water: enough to make a paste
- Oil: enough for deep frying (~ 1 cup)
How I made it
- In a small bowl, mix all the spices with water and make a moderately thick paste
- Add the dried fish and ensure each piece is well coated with the spice mix and keep aside for half an hour
- Heat oil in a frying pan on medium flame and when it is really hot, deep fry the marinated fish
PS: since the fish is already well dried, it won't take long to fry. A few minutes in the oil and voila! It's time to munch on the fish chips :D
This is a quick go-to dish in case there is limited option in the kitchen and especially when you want something crunchy with the meal. It is ideal with rice, curd, pickle and any thoran :D :D
