BANGDA FRY ( Mackerel Fry) Malvani style

Malvani Style Bangda Fry

Malvani Style Bangda Fry

India Mackerel very commonly called as Bangda is one of those few fish which are considered best when it comes to taste. This fish is served in various forms of recipes, of which Bandga Pickel, bangda fry, bangda curry are very common. You'll also find dried form of this fish very much used in maharashtrian kokani non-veg recipes. Fried bangda fish served with hot steamed rice and dal tastes splendid. It is very important to note that the fish should be fresh so as to enjoy its taste to the fullest. The best way to check whether the fish is fresh or not is by looking at its gills (small opening near the head under which you'll find slits) which should appear red in colour.
This recipe shared with you all is an authentic malvani recipe made prevalently in Kokan region of Maharashtra. 

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Ingredients :

Bangda fish ( Mackerel)	1 no
Kokam aagul	1/2 tsp
Chilli powder	1/2 tbsp
Ginger paste	1/2 tbsp
Garlic paste	1/2 tbsp
Salt	To taste
Oil	As required
Lemon	For garnish
Onion	For garnish
Semolina	1 tbsp
Rice flour	1/2 tbsp

Malvani style Bangda Fry

Cleaning method:

• First wash (bangda) Mackerel  fish with clean water.

• Now cut and clean the fish properly followed by thorough washing with clean water and keep aside.

Marination:

• In a clean dry plate take ginger paste 1/2 tbsp, garlic paste 1/2 tbsp, chili powder 1/2 tbsp, 1/2 tsp kokam aagul (amsul extract), salt and mix it well into a paste.

• Now apply above marinate on (bangda) Mackerel  fish and keep aside for half an hour.

• In another plate, make a mixture of  1 tbsp semolina, 1/2 tbsp rice flour and keep aside.

Frying Method:

• Take a pan and add oil in it and heat it up.

• Now take the marinated fish and coat it with semolina and rice flour mixture.

• When oil is heated, fry fish properly from both the side till it turns golden brown.

Garnish:

• Serve the fish in a plate and garnish with lemon slice and onion rings and serve hot. 

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