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Crispy Fish Fillet Fingers - Egyptian Style
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Tender and crispy fish fillet fingers marinated in Egyptian spices and coated for the perfect crunch, ideal for sandwiches or a standalone dish.
00:45:00 total
Serves 4
medium
Seafood Main
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Ingredients
- fish fillet - 1 kilogram (whitebait or tilapia, cut into fingers)
- garlic - 1 tablespoon (minced)
- lemon juice - 1 large lemon (from approximately one large lemon)
- dill - 1/2 teaspoon (chopped)
- salt - 1 teaspoon
- coriander - 1 teaspoon
- cumin - 1 teaspoon
- ginger - 1/2 teaspoon
- garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- white or black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- turmeric - 1/4 teaspoon
- paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Marinate fish fillet fingers in a mixture of garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, coriander, cumin, ginger, garlic powder, pepper, turmeric, and paprika for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Prepare the Coating Mixtures: Prepare the same liquid and dry coating mixtures as used for the crispy shrimp.
- Coat the Fillet Fingers: Dip the marinated fillet fingers first in the liquid mixture, then in the dry mixture, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Fry the Fillet Fingers: Fry in oil at medium temperature (approximately 180°C) until golden and crispy.
