Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

Prawns

flattened

1 unit

Onion

paste

1 tbsp

Garlic

paste

0.5 tbsp

Red Chilli powder

1 tsp

Garam masala powder

1 unit

Eggs

whole

1 tsp

Salt

1 cup

Whole Wheat Bread crumbs

1 cup

Gram flour (besan)

1 cup

Sunflower Oil

1 unit

Onion

thinly sliced

Step 1
~4 min

Flatten prawn fillets using a meat pounder or flat ladle.

Step 2
~4 min

Marinate the flattened prawns with egg, garlic paste, onion paste, red chili powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Refrigerate for 2 hours.

Step 3
~4 min

Mix besan and bread crumbs on a flat tray.

Step 4
~4 min

Coat the marinated prawn fillets with the bread crumb and besan mix, pressing the mixture onto the fillets to shape them like cutlets.

Step 5
~4 min

Refrigerate the cutlets for at least 1 hour to set.

Step 6
~4 min

Remove cutlets from the freezer 30 minutes before frying.

Key Technique: Frying
Step 7
~4 min

Heat sunflower oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.

Key Technique: Frying
Step 8
~4 min

Gently place 1 or 2 cutlets at a time into the hot oil and fry for 10 minutes, until light brown.

Step 9
~4 min

Drain excess oil on a paper towel.

Step 10
~4 min

Serve with mustard sauce and onion slices.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent soggy cutlets.

Don't overcrowd the pan when frying.

Serve immediately for the best crispiness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Cutlets can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before frying.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or snack.

Pair with a spicy dipping sauce.

Serve alongside a Bengali meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mustard Sauce
Kashundi
Onion Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

West Bengal, India

Cultural Significance

A popular snack enjoyed during tea time or as part of festive meals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Durga Puja
Diwali

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack Time
Appetizer

Popularity Score

70/100

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