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A crispy fried fish fillet enveloped in a delicate, lacy egg net. This iconic Bengali street food classic from Kolkata is a delightful appetizer, best enjoyed with a side of kasundi and fresh salad.
Marinate the Fish
Set Up Breading Station
Coat the Fish Fillets
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A crispy fried fish fillet enveloped in a delicate, lacy egg net. This iconic Bengali street food classic from Kolkata is a delightful appetizer, best enjoyed with a side of kasundi and fresh salad.
This bengali recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 466.7 calories per serving with 39.88g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for appetizer or snack.
Fry the Fish
Prepare and Create the Egg Net (Kabiraji)
Assemble and Serve
Substitute the fish fillets with thinly pounded chicken breasts. Adjust frying time accordingly to ensure the chicken is cooked through.
For a vegetarian option, use thick slabs of paneer instead of fish. The marination and coating process remains the same.
Add 1/2 teaspoon of red chili powder to the fish marinade for an extra kick of heat.
The fish and eggs provide a significant amount of complete protein, which is essential for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function.
White fish like Barramundi or Cod are good sources of Omega-3 fatty acids, which are known to support brain health and reduce inflammation.
Traditionally, Bhetki (Barramundi) is used due to its firm texture and mild flavor which holds up well to frying. However, other firm white fish like Cod, Tilapia, or Haddock are excellent substitutes.
This usually happens for two reasons: the egg batter is not smooth, or the oil is not hot enough. Ensure you whisk the egg and cornflour mixture until there are absolutely no lumps. The oil should be hot enough that the batter sizzles and sets the moment it touches the pan.
While you can air fry the breaded fish fillet, you cannot create the traditional lacy egg net in an air fryer. The authentic texture and experience come from the pan-frying method.
Fish Kabiraji is best eaten fresh. If you have leftovers, store the fried fillet and egg net separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat the fillet in an oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes until crispy. It's not recommended to reheat the delicate egg net.
Fish Kabiraji is a good source of protein from the fish and eggs. However, it is a deep-fried dish, which makes it high in calories and fat. It is best enjoyed as an occasional treat rather than a regular meal.
A single serving of Fish Kabiraji (one piece) contains approximately 450-500 calories, depending on the size of the fillet and the amount of oil absorbed during frying.