Amritsari Machhi (Amritsari Fish Fry)

         I made this Amritsari Fish fry today using Salmon fish. Salmon, apart from having many health benefits, is rich in Omega-3, which are essential fatty acids. These help in healthy brain functioning, improving memory, lowering the risk of heart diseases and many other cancers. That's why salmon is also called Brain Food.  
         I always used to use other indian fish varieties before as Salmon generally tastes bland compared to other fish types. But trust me, this recipe turned out so yummy that I am going add Salmon to our menu regularly from now on. With these many health benefits and a yummy recipe in hand, it's worth giving it a try. But you can also use any other fish and follow the same recipe if you wish to. Here goes the recipe :)

Ingredients:

Fish (I used salmon) 200 gms
Ginger garlic paste 1/2 sp
Red chilli powder 1 sp (adjust to your taste)
Kasturi methi crushed 1/2 sp
Turmeric powder 1/2 sp
Amchur powder 1/4 sp
Biryani powder 1/4 sp (or use garam masala powder)
Tandoori masala powder 3/4 sp (or use any curry seasoning powder 3/4 sp)
Lemon juice 1 sp
Salt to taste
Besan powder 3/4 sp
Ajwain seeds 1/2 sp
Oil 2 sp

Method:

1. Marinate fish pieces with all the above mentioned ingredients except besan, ajwain seeds and oil and leave it for 1 day in refrigerator preferably if you are using salmon or for over night if you are using any other fish.
2. Dry roast besan powder till nice aroma comes from it and keep it aside.
3. Heat oil in a non-stick pan, add ajwain seeds and let them splutter. Then add the fish pieces and cook for 4-5 minutes on medium flame turning them to the other side in between.
4. Now sprinkle the besan powder all over the fish pieces and mix gently and cook for another 5 mins.
5. Serve hot with onions and lemon.