Vegan Fish Amritsari

Vegan Fish Amritsari is a delectable twist on the traditional North Indian dish, offering a crispy, flavorful experience using marinated plant-based ingredients. This dish embodies the essence of Punjabi cuisine while being entirely plant-based, perfect for seafood lovers looking for a vegan alternative.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Rice flour - 50 grams
• Chickpea flour (besan) - 50 grams
• Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh coriander leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Water - as needed
• Oil - for frying
• Green chilies (sliced) - 1 (optional)
• Lemon wedges - for serving
• Onion rings - for serving

Steps

1. Press the tofu to remove excess water and then cut it into fish fillet shapes.
2. In a bowl, mix together the chickpea flour, rice flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder, salt, lemon juice, and chopped coriander leaves to form a thick batter.
3. Gradually add water to the mixture until a smooth, thick consistency is achieved.
4. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
5. Dip each tofu fillet into the batter, ensuring it's well coated, then carefully place them in the hot oil.
6. Fry the fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the fried tofu from the oil and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
8. Serve hot with sliced green chilies, lemon wedges, and onion rings.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu, supporting muscle health.
• Contains various spices that may aid digestion and boost metabolism.

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