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Craving fish but follow a vegetarian diet? This delicious gram flour-based veg fish curry offers the flavour and texture of fish, without the fish
Besan curry not only resembles fish curry in appearance but also closely matches its texture and flavour. (News18 Hindi)
If you’re mostly vegetarian but occasionally crave the taste of fish, there’s no need to worry. This unique vegetarian recipe, made entirely from gram flour (besan), offers a delightful taste of fish curry.
Not only does it resemble fish in appearance, but its texture and flavour also closely match traditional fish curry, minus the actual fish. Completely vegetarian and easy to make, this recipe is ideal for those looking to try something different.
Made from protein-rich gram flour, this curry is not only tasty but also budget-friendly. With just a few basic ingredients, some spices, and a bit of creativity, you can prepare a dish that’s sure to impress both vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike.
Ingredients
For The Fish
- 1 bowl gram flour (besan)
- 2 teaspoons rice flour
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1/4 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Finely chopped coriander leaves
- Water as required
- Oil for frying
For The Gravy
- 2 finely chopped onions
- 2 pureed tomatoes
- 4–5 garlic cloves
- 1 small piece of ginger
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- Turmeric, chilli and coriander powder to taste
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Veg Fish Curry Recipe
Prepare The Gram Flour Mixture: In a bowl, mix gram flour, rice flour, salt, turmeric, red chilli, ajwain, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, and coriander leaves. Add water slowly to make a thick batter.
Shape And Cook The Gram Flour Fish: Spread the batter on a greased plate, shaping it like fish fillets. Steam or cook on low flame until set. Once cooled, slice and shallow fry until golden and crispy.
Prepare The Gravy: Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, then fry chopped onions until golden. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute. Stir in the tomato puree and powdered spices. Cook until the oil separates. Add a little water to adjust the consistency.
Combine And Simmer: Add the fried besan slices to the gravy and simmer for 5–7 minutes so the flavours are absorbed well.
Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with rice, roti, or paratha. It also makes a great party dish, guests may even mistake it for a non-veg delicacy. It brings together taste, nutrition, and innovation in one satisfying meal.
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