The bangda fish is also known as Mackerel around the globe. Mackerel is consumed in a variety of ways globally. The common name for Mackerel in India is bangda. The bangda fish can be grilled, steamed, fried, or even used in curries. It makes for a scrumptious meal for lunch or dinner. It is not only heavy on the stomach but also has tons of health benefits. It has a high level of fatty acids like Omega-3 that helps maintain heart health. Not only that, but it also helps in maintaining the cholesterol levels of the body.
The bangda fish is fried and combined with spices in Maharashtra and served as an appetiser. If you’re looking for a delicious and healthy dish, then you should try the bangda fish fry recipe we have for you today. It can be served before lunch or dinner, or as a side dish with meals.
What is Bangda Fish Fry?
The bangda fish fry recipe is easy to follow and understand. It is a famous Maharashtrian delicacy that you can find in almost all the restaurants and cafes in Maharashtra. Since Maharashtra is a coastal area, it is easier to find mackerel or bangda fish in the state. This is the reason it is so well-loved there. After the dish’s popularity grew, more and more people became acquainted with this delicacy and people from Southern India and East India also started consuming this dish.
The bangda fish recipe is made with Indian mackerel fish. The Indian Mackerel already boasts a strong and flavorful taste. It is marinated with various spices and herbs that are absorbed by the fish to elicit a naturally soft and tender texture. When fried, it turns all the more juicy and soft.
Mackerel Fish
At Licious, we deliver mackerel or bangda fish right to your doorstep. It is always delivered fresh and never frozen. Our fish and seafood are caught daily by approved local fishing boats and are passed through more than 150 safety & quality checks. Additionally, all our products are cut and cleaned by experts so you don’t have to. Furthermore, all our fish & seafood is temperature-controlled between 0-4 °C to maintain freshness and delivered to you in vacuum-sealed packages.
Bangda Fish Fry Recipe
Ingredients
- Licious Mackerel
- 2 tsp Lemon Juice
- 1 cup rice flour
- 2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 ½ tsp red chilli paste
- 1 cup oil
- Salt as required
Instructions
- Take the Mackerel and add salt, lemon juice, red chilli paste and turmeric to it. Mix them all well.
- This prepares our marinade. Now, you can cover the Mackerel with rice flour evenly.
- Now heat oil for frying in a pan.
- Take the marinated mackerels and fry them well from all sides.
- Shallow fry the fish until golden and crispy from all sides.
- Serve hot!
Recipe Notes
Serving Suggestions
- Garnish with coriander leaves.
- Use lemon wedges on the side.
- Use onion rings on the side.
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