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Crispy Fish Fillet Fingers - Egyptian Style

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Tender and crispy fish fillet fingers marinated in Egyptian spices and coated for the perfect crunch, ideal for sandwiches or a standalone dish.

00:45:00 total

Serves 4

medium

Seafood Main

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Ingredients

  1. fish fillet - 1 kilogram (whitebait or tilapia, cut into fingers)
  2. garlic - 1 tablespoon (minced)
  3. lemon juice - 1 large lemon (from approximately one large lemon)
  4. dill - 1/2 teaspoon (chopped)
  5. salt - 1 teaspoon
  6. coriander - 1 teaspoon
  7. cumin - 1 teaspoon
  8. ginger - 1/2 teaspoon
  9. garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
  10. white or black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  11. turmeric - 1/4 teaspoon
  12. paprika - 1/2 teaspoon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: Marinate fish fillet fingers in a mixture of garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, coriander, cumin, ginger, garlic powder, pepper, turmeric, and paprika for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  2. Prepare the Coating Mixtures: Prepare the same liquid and dry coating mixtures as used for the crispy shrimp.
  3. Coat the Fillet Fingers: Dip the marinated fillet fingers first in the liquid mixture, then in the dry mixture, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
  4. Fry the Fillet Fingers: Fry in oil at medium temperature (approximately 180°C) until golden and crispy.

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