Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 pound

Whitefish

cubed

1 tsp

Salt

6 unit

Garlic

minced

1 unit

Ginger Root

grated

1 tbsp

Garam Masala

1 tbsp

Ground Coriander

1 tsp

Cayenne Pepper

4 ounces

Plain Yogurt

1 tbsp

Vegetable Oil

1 unit

Lemon

wedges

2 unit

Hot Green Chili Peppers

seeded and thinly sliced

Step 1
~5 min

Fillet and skin the whitefish, then cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes.

Step 2
~5 min

Thread about 5 pieces of fish onto each skewer.

Step 3
~5 min

Sprinkle the fish skewers lightly with salt.

Step 4
~5 min

Prepare the marinade by making a paste from the garlic, ginger, ground coriander, garam masala, cayenne pepper, and plain yogurt.

Step 5
~5 min

Evenly coat the fish skewers with the prepared marinade.

Step 6
~5 min

Let the marinated fish skewers sit for a few hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7
~5 min

Preheat grill to medium heat.

Step 8
~5 min

Grill the fish skewers, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred (about 8-10 minutes).

Step 9
~5 min

Brush the skewers with a little vegetable oil during cooking if needed.

Step 10
~5 min

Garnish the cooked skewers with lemon wedges and thinly sliced rings of seeded green chili peppers before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the fish for at least 30 minutes, or up to a few hours for maximum flavor.

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.

Serve with a side of rice or naan bread.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Marinade can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and a side salad.

Serve with naan bread and raita.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber Raita
Basmati Rice
Grilled Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Commonly served at barbecues and celebrations

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holi
Diwali

Occasion Tags

Barbecue
Summer
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

65/100

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