Fried Fish Masala Recipe in Tamil

In this video we will see how to make Fried Fish Masala Recipe in Tamil, a spicy, aromatic, and flavorful seafood dish made with fried fish cooked in a rich onion-tomato masala. The fish is first seasoned with simple spice powders and fried until lightly crisp on the outside while remaining soft and juicy inside. It is then combined with a thick masala flavored with ginger, garlic, green chillies, curry leaves, and traditional Indian spices, creating a delicious dish that is perfect for seafood lovers.

Fried Fish Masala is a wonderful choice for weekend lunches, family dinners, or special occasions when you want to prepare something more flavorful than regular fish fry. The onions and tomatoes form a rich base, while cumin, coriander, and chilli powders add warmth and depth to the dish. Coconut milk gives the masala a smooth texture and gently balances the heat, allowing the fried fish to absorb all the flavors without losing its texture.

This recipe can be prepared using pomfret, tilapia, king fish, seer fish, or any firm fish of your choice. It pairs beautifully with steamed rice, jeera rice, chapathi, dosa, idiyappam, or parotta. You can adjust the amount of gravy according to your preference and cook it slightly dry for a roast-style finish. Once you try this fried fish masala at home, it will surely become one of your favorite fish recipes.

Friends, please do try this Fried Fish Masala recipe at home and share it with your friends and family. Also, please share your feedback about the recipe in the comments below. All the best and happy cooking!

Ingredients:
½ kg Fish of your choice (i have used Pomfret)
¼ tsp Turmeric powder
¼ tsp Pepper powder
½ tsp Chilli powder

2-4 tbsp Oil
½ tsp mustard seeds
¼ tsp Cumin seeds
2 Onion
1 tbsp Ginger Garlic paste
2 green chillies
Curry leaves
1 tsp Cumin powder
1.5 tsp Coriander powder
1.5 tsp Chilli powder
2 Tomatoes
Salt as required
½ cup Water
½ cup Coconut milk
Coriander leaves