Crispy Fried Catfish with Green Mango Salad

By Praveen Kumar

Ingredients:
Catfish – 300 gms, cleaned, scaled and head removed
Oil for deep frying
Cashewnuts – 3 tblsp, roasted

For Green Mango Salad:
Green Unripe Mangoes – 3, small, peeled and grated
Small Onions – 6, sliced
Small Red/Green Chillies – 3, thinly sliced
Dark Brown Sugar – 2 tblsp
Fish Sauce – 1 tsp
Lime Juice – 1 tsp

Method:
1. Cut the fish lengthwise from below and carefully remove the bones.
2. Dry and keep aside.
3. Mix all the green mango salad ingredients.
4. Deep fry the fish in very hot oil until crisp and golden.
5. Drain and remove excess oil.
6. Arrange the salad in the center of a serving dish.
7. Place the fried fish next to it.
8. Garnish with roasted cashewnuts.

Tip: If you want it salty, add a bit more fish sauce or if you want it sour, add lime juice as desired.

Praveen Kumar

Praveen Kumar is the Chief Food Officer at Awesome Cuisine, a platform created in 2008 to showcase India's vibrant culinary heritage. Praveen is a passionate foodie and love to cook. Having spent a few years in the retail fast food world, Praveen has been exploring the world of food since his school days. Join him on a flavorful journey.

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