Maharashtrian · Lunch, Dinner

Bombil fry (Bombay duck fry)

Delicate white fish coated in a light semolina crust and pan-fried until crisp, a Konkan classic.

Calories

457 kcal

Protein

40 g

Carbs

52 g

Fat

10 g

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Per serving, for one person.

• Pescatarian
• Dairy free

Contains: gluten, fish.

Ingredients

• 180 g White fish fillets
• 20 g Semolina (rava/sooji)
• 45 g Basmati rice
• ¼ tsp Turmeric
• ¾ tsp Chilli powder
• ½ tbsp Sunflower oil
• ¼ lemon Lemons
• ¼ tsp Salt

Method

1. Marinate the fish with turmeric, chilli powder, salt and lemon juice for 15 minutes.
2. Press each piece into the semolina to coat both sides evenly.
3. Heat the oil in a wide pan and shallow-fry the fish for 3-4 minutes a side until crisp and golden.
4. Rinse the rice and simmer in twice its volume of water for 15 minutes until tender; serve alongside.

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