Fish Koliwada
Maharashtrian
Intermediate
SnackCrispy Fish Koliwada: Zingy Maharashtrian Fried Fish
Fish Koliwada
45 mins
Cooking Time
Intermediate
Difficulty
14
Ingredients
Non Veg
Diet
Crispy, spicy, and bursting with zesty flavours, Fish Koliwada is an iconic Maharashtrian seafood delicacy, celebrated in global recipes for its irresistible taste. Succulent pieces of fish are marinated in a fiery spice paste, then coated in a crisp gram flour batter and deep-fried to golden perfection. Served piping hot with a spritz of lemon and sliced onions, this coastal snack is guaranteed to get your taste buds tingling. The secret to a great Fish Koliwada lies in getting the batter just right – not too thick, not too thin, with a kick of aromatics.
Ingredients
UNITSIngredients
500 gRawas or any firm white fish
from 1 lemonLemon juice
1/2 tspTurmeric powder
1 tspRed chilli powder
1 tbspGinger-garlic paste
2-3Green chillies
to tasteSalt
200 gBesan (gram flour)
2 tbspRice flour
1/2 tspCarom seeds (ajwain)
as needed Water
for deep fryingOil
for garnishingFried curry leaves
for servingLemon wedges and sliced onions