Kerala style Netholi fry is a simple and tasty South Indian dish which can be served as a starter or a side dish. Netholi, otherwise called Kozhuva or Anchovy is a small salt water fish, which is a rich source of calcium and minerals. It is best to leave the fishes marinated for some time, say 30 minutes, before you fry the fishes so that all the masala gets fully absorbed into it and enhances the flavour. You can also add curry leaves while frying the fish which will give a unique flavor and taste to the dish.
Ingredients
- 250 g fish anchovy/ Netholi
- 1 tbsp. Chilli powder
- 1 / 4 tsp. Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp. Pepper powder
- 3/4 tsp. rice flour
- 2 tsps. lemon juice
- Salt, as per taste
- Coconut oil, for frying
Method
- Clean and wash the fish (clean fish add salt and lemon rub it well, then wash several times)
- In a bowl, add all the ingredients except the fishes and oil. Add little water mix well and make a fine paste.
- Marinate the cleaned fishes with this paste.
- Keep aside for 15-30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a pan and deep fry the fishes in a medium flame.
- Serve hot as a starter or side dish.
