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Nutritional Values
580kcal
38gProtein
22gCarbs
38gFat
2gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🐟 Fish
🌾 Gluten
Bombay Duck Fry
How to order / say it
Say it
बॉम्बे डक फ्राय — [Baam-bae Duc Fray]
Order
I'd like the Bombay duck fry, please.
Locally
मुझे बॉम्बे डक फ्राय चाहिए, कृपया।
Say locally
Crispy fried fish known locally as 'Bombay Duck'.
Why try it?
Bombay Duck Fry is a unique culinary experience, capturing the coastal culinary roots of Mumbai. It's essential for understanding the balance between texture and flavor in local seafood dishes.
How it tastes
The dish offers a crunchy outer layer with a soft, flavorful inside. The fish is marinated in spices before frying, providing a burst of flavor with every bite.
Origin & History — first documented: 1880
Bombay Duck isn't actually duck but a type of lizardfish. It is believed to have been popularized by Goan fishermen in the 19th century due to its abundance, becoming a local favorite in coastal regions and deeply associated with Mumbai.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🐟 500 g Bombay duck fish
- 🧂 1 tsp turmeric
- 🧂 1 tsp red chili powder
- 🌾 100 g gram flour
- 🍋 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 🫒 150 ml oil
- 🧂 to taste salt
Method
- 1 Clean and marinate the fish with turmeric, chili powder, and lemon juice.
- 2 Coat marinated fish in gram flour.
- 3 Heat oil in a pan and fry the fish until golden brown.
- 4 Drain excess oil and serve hot with chutney.
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