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Masala Bombil Bhaji

Fish lovers, here's a masaledaar fritter that is sure to satiate your taste buds. Masala Bombil Bhaji is a special recipe made with Bombay duck and a few spicy ingredients that give that dhamakedaar taste.

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Main ingredientsBombay duck (bombil), Turmeric powder, Onion, Agri koli masala, Fresh coriander leaves, Ginger-garlic-green chilli paste, Lemon juice, Gram flour, Rice flour, Baking soda, Oil
CuisineMaharashtrian
CourseSnacks and starters
Prep time10-15 minutes
Cook time20-25 minutes
Serve
TasteSavoury
Level of cookingEasy
OthersNon vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 6-8 Bombay ducks (bombil), cleaned 
  • Salt to taste
  • ¾ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Agri koli masala
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic-green chilli paste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup gram flour
  • 2-3 tablespoon rice flour
  • A pinch of baking soda
  • Oil for deep frying
  • Green chutney for serving

Method

  1. Boil sufficient water in a deep non-stick pan, add salt, ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder and Bombay ducks, mix, cover and cook for 2-3 minutes. Drain and remove bones. 
  2. Transfer the boiled fish into a bowl, add onion, Agri koli masala, coriander leaves, ginger-garlic-green chilli paste, remaining turmeric powder, lemon juice, gram flour, rice flour, salt and baking soda and mix well.
  3. Heat sufficient oil in a kadai, gently drop small portions of the mixture in hot oil and deep-fry till golden brown. Drain on absorbent paper.
  4. Arrange the bhajis on a serving bowl and serve hot with green chutney.
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