FOOD LIBRARY

Pomfret Grilled

Ingredients

  • 1 medium whole pomfret (about 350 g), cleaned
  • 2 tbsp thick yogurt
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chilli powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • fresh coriander to finish

Preparation

  1. Score pomfret lightly; pat dry.
  2. Mix yogurt, ginger-garlic, spices, lemon, oil, and salt into a paste.
  3. Coat fish inside and out; rest 20 minutes.
  4. Grill on medium heat or tawa 6–8 minutes per side until cooked through.
  5. Rest briefly; finish with coriander and a lemon squeeze.
  6. Serve hot as one portion.