Recipe Ingredient
- 250g squid rings, fresh or frozen
- 1 tbsp onion paste
- 1/4 tsp garlic paste
- 1/4 tsp ginger paste
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin powder
- 1/4 tsp fennel powder
- 1/2 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp chilli powder (add more if desired)
- 1 tbsp chickpea flour
- A pinch of fenugreek powder
- 4 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 tbsp yogurt
- 1 sprig curry leaves, finely sliced
- oil for frying
- 1 cup plain flour for dredging (optional)
Instructions
- In a deep bowl or dish, add squid, onions, ginger, garlic, spice powders, flour, curry leaves, lemon juice, yogurt and salt.
- Mix them throughly till the squid is well coated and let it marinate for at least 1 hour or more if possible.
- Heat oil and empty flour onto a tray and lightly dredge the squid lightly taking care not to overcoat the squid.
- Drop the squid into the oil and fry them till crispy. Fry only a few at a time to cook evenly.
- Garnish and serve them hot.
- Note: You can also opt not to dredge the squid in flour and fry them immediately after marinating them.