Muchli Masala (Indian Spicy Fried Fish)
- 2 lbs cod (or a firm, white fish)
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- Garnishes
- coriander or parsley
- lemon wedge
- Rinse fish in cold water, pat dry with paper towels.
- In small bowl combine salt, spices, ginger, garlic and lemon juice - form into a paste.
- Rub fish with paste.
- Let the fish stand at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- In a heavy skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
- Fry fish about 5 min, turn and fry other side until golden brown, about 4 minutes more.
- Garnish with fresh coriander or parsley and lemon wedges.
cod, garlic, salt, ginger, ground turmeric, black pepper, cayenne, lemon juice, vegetable oil, coriander, lemon wedge
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/muchli-masala-indian-spicy-fried-fish-425168 (may not work)