Vanjaram Vepudu

Ingredients list for Vanjaram Vepudu

• 8 slices Surmai (king fish)
• 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Red chilli powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
• 2 teaspoons Coriander powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Ginger-garlic paste
• 2 teaspoons Lemon juice
• to taste Salt
• 2 teaspoon Oil
• 12-16 Curry leaves

Method

1. Combine turmeric powder, red chilli powder, roasted cumin powder, coriander powder, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, salt and 2 tsps oil in a bowl. Chop 4-6 curry leaves and mix. Apply this mixture to the fish pieces and keep them in a refrigerator to marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat sufficient oil in a non-stick pan. Keep the fish pieces in it in a single layer. Shallow fry, turning sides, a few times to ensure even cooking. Add the remaining curry leaves and cook till both sides of the fish are golden and crisp. Drain on absorbent paper and serve hot.