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Seer Fish Recipe

Seer Fish Recipe

Welcome to the ultimate Seer Fish Recipe guide — also known as the King Fish Recipe — where you’ll learn how to make perfectly crispy, spicy, and flavorful South Indian seer fish fry right in your own kitchen.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Indian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 seer fish slices about 500–600 g
  • 1½ teaspoons red chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon rice flour
  • Salt to taste
  • 3 –4 tablespoons oil for shallow frying
  • Few curry leaves optional

Equipment

  • Flat tawa or heavy-bottom frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Flat spatula
  • Plate or tray
  • Paper towels or kitchen towel
  • Cast iron tawa for extra crispiness
  • Oil brush for low-oil version

Method
 

  1. How to make Seer Fish Fry Recipe
Step 1: Clean and Prepare
  1. Rinse the fish quickly under running water.
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  2. Pat dry thoroughly using kitchen towels.
  3. Removing moisture ensures the masala sticks properly and creates crisp edges.
Step 2: Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl combine:
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  2. Red chili powder
  3. Turmeric powder
  4. Coriander powder
  5. Black pepper powder
  6. Ginger-garlic paste
  7. Lemon juice
  8. Salt
  9. Rice flour
  10. To create a thick paste, add a few a drop of water.
  11. The paste should not be runny. It must coat the fish evenly.
Step 3: Marinate the Fish
  1. Apply the masala generously on both sides of each slice.
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  2. Let it rest for:
  3. Minimum 20–30 minutes
  4. Up to 1 hour for deeper flavor
  5. Refrigerate during marination if weather is warm.
Step 4: Fry the Seer Fish
  1. Heat oil in a flat tawa or frying pan on medium heat.
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  2. Place the marinated fish gently in the hot oil.
  3. Cook:
  4. 3–4 minutes on first side
  5. Flip carefully
  6. Cook another 3–4 minutes
  7. Do not move the fish frequently. Let it form a crust.
  8. Add curry leaves in the final minute for aroma.
  9. The fish should turn golden brown with slightly crispy edges.
  10. Step 5: Serve Hot
  11. Remove onto tissue paper to absorb excess oil.
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  12. Serve immediately with:
  13. Onion rings
  14. Lemon wedges
  15. Coconut chutney

Notes

Health Benefits of Seer Fish

  1. Supports heart health
  2. Boosts brain function
  3. High-quality protein source
  4. Helps muscle growth
  5. Low-carb and keto-friendly