Instructions: Marinate the fish in the lemon juice for 15 minutes.

Make a thick batter with all the other ingredients except the oil adding water as necessary ensuring that there are no lumps.

Heat the oil in a deep kadai or wok.

Dip each piece of fish in the batter and deep fry until crisp.

Drain on a slotted spoon and remove onto absorbent paper.

Serve hot with coriander chutney and a fresh salad.

Amritsar is a sacred town in Punjab where the Sikh Golden Temple stands proud and radiant. Its dome covered with pure gold leaf this monument stands for universal brotherhood and peace. The first recipe that flows is from this town.

Serves 4

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