Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 tbsp

Red Chilli powder

1 tbsp

Black pepper powder

1 tsp

Dry ginger powder

0.25 cup

Whole Wheat Bread crumbs

0.25 cup

Milk

1 tbsp

Garlic powder

1 tbsp

Red Chilli flakes

crushed

1 unit

Egg

1 tsp

Dried oregano

1 tbsp

Salt

0.5 cup

All Purpose Flour (Maida)

2 unit

Basa fish

cut into finger length size

0.25 tsp

Cinnamon Powder (Dalchini)

Step 1
~3 min

Pat dry the fish to remove any excess water.

Step 2
~3 min

In a small plate, add flour, salt and pepper and mix it well.

Step 3
~3 min

In another bowl break an egg and add milk and whisk well.

Step 4
~3 min

Keep the bread crumbs ready in a separate plate.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat a kadai/heavy bottomed pan with enough oil to fry.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the fish on to a seasoned flour and coat them well.

Step 7
~3 min

Dust out any excess flour.

Step 8
~3 min

Dip the fish into the egg mixture and then crumb coat it completely and shake off the excess.

Step 9
~3 min

Drop the fish finger slowly and carefully into the hot oil.

Step 10
~3 min

Repeat for the rest of the fish fingers.

Step 11
~3 min

After 2 minutes, flip it over.

Step 12
~3 min

Cook until the fish fingers turn golden brown.

Step 13
~3 min

Drain them out and place them in a paper napkin to remove any excess oil.

Step 14
~3 min

To make the peri peri masala powder mix all the spice including red chilli powder, red chilli flakes, garlic powder, dry ginger powder, cinnamon powder and dried oregano into a bowl.

Step 15
~3 min

Sprinkle the peri peri masala over the fish finger and toss well till it is evenly coated.

Step 16
~3 min

Serve the Peri Peri Fish Fingers Recipe along with a dip or sauce or a salad to enjoy your starters.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a healthier version, bake the fish fingers instead of frying.

Serve with a variety of dips for added flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead of time and fried just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a dipping sauce such as tartar sauce or aioli.

Serve as part of a larger meal with sides like fries or coleslaw.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
French Fries
Potato Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Continental

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer in Western cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Party Snacks
Game Day Appetizers

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Snack Time

Popularity Score

70/100

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