Mackerel Pakora

Dive into the delightful fusion of flavors with this Mackerel Pakora recipe, a crispy, golden seafood snack that's perfect for any occasion! Fresh mackerel fillets are coated in a spiced chickpea and rice flour batter, enhanced with aromatic ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, garam masala, and zesty lemon juice. Fried to perfection, these pakoras boast a tantalizing crunch on the outside while remaining tender and flaky on the inside. Infused with the earthy fragrance of cumin and the freshness of coriander leaves, this recipe transforms humble ingredients into a show-stopping appetizer or side dish. Serve these iconic Indian seafood fritters with tangy mint chutney or tamarind sauce for an irresistible combination that will leave your guests raving. Perfect as a quick 35-minute dish for family meals or festive gatherings, Mackerel Pakora promises to satisfy every palate! Keywords: mackerel pakora recipe, crispy mackerel fritters, Indian seafood pakora, easy fish appetizers, chickpea flour batter.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (approximately 200g each) Mackerel fillets
• 1 cup Chickpea flour (Besan)
• 2 tablespoons Rice flour
• 1 teaspoon Ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Chopped coriander leaves
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 cups (for deep frying) Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the mackerel fillets. Cut them into medium-sized chunks (about 2 inches each).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, rice flour, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, cumin seeds, and salt.

Step 3

Add lemon juice and water gradually into the bowl, whisking to form a smooth, thick batter. The consistency should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.

Step 4

Fold in the chopped coriander leaves into the batter.

Step 5

Add the mackerel pieces into the batter, ensuring each piece is well-coated.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. To test if the oil is ready, drop a small portion of batter into the oil; if it sizzles and rises to the surface, the oil is ready.

Step 7

Carefully slide a few coated mackerel pieces into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Fry the pakoras, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 4-6 minutes.

Step 9

Using a slotted spoon, remove the pakoras from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 10

Serve the mackerel pakoras hot with your choice of chutney or sauce, such as mint chutney or tamarind sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1148.7 grams (1148.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4993

Total Fat 483.30g	620%
Saturated Fat 74.00g	370%
Polyunsaturated Fat 268.80g
Cholesterol 280mg	93%
Sodium 2813mg	122%
Total Carbohydrate 95.70g	35%
Dietary Fiber 15.90g	57%
Total Sugars 14.30g
Protein 106.70g	213%

Vitamin D 1440IU	7200%
Calcium 151mg	12%
Iron 16mg	88%
Potassium 2503mg	53%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.3%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 7.4%