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Fried Fish Iraqi Style

Deep-fried fish and lemon wedge, warmed with curry powder and cumin. Finish with sumac or squeeze on fresh lemon juice.

16 min · Serves 4 · Easy

Serves
4

Ingredients

Time
Prep 6 min · Cook 10 min · 16 min total
Difficulty
easy
  1. 1

    Mix spices in a ziplock bag or bowl and coat fish pieces. Fry them in a 1/2 inch deep oil of choice, turning once until golden brown on both sides. While frying help keep pieces flat by pressing on them with a metal spatula. 5-10 minutes cooking time depending on fish thickness.

    10 min
  2. 2

    Sprinkle with some sumac or squeeze on fresh lemon juice. Serve immediately, with rice, a fresh salad and.

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