Mathi Varuthathu (Chala fry/Sardine Fry)

Ingredients

Mathi/Chala/Sardines – 500gms

For marinade

Red chilli powder – 1 ½ tsp

Black pepper powder – 1 tsp

Turmeric powder – ½ tsp

Tamarind pulp water – 2 tbsp

Lemon juice – half a lemon

Ginger garlic paste – 2 tsp

Salt to taste

Oil for frying

Method

Marinade the fish with red chilli, black pepper, turmeric, tamarind pulp, lemon juice, ginger garlic paste and salt. Keep in refrigerator for an hour. Heat oil in a pan; fry the sardines till it turns golden brown on both sides. When cooked; serve hot.