Producer: Mehak Pal Editor: Nisha Dubey
Fish eggs, also known as roe, are considered a delicacy in many parts of India, particularly in coastal regions. Here are some tasty fish egg recipes you can try at home.
Meen Mutta Thoran (Kerala) It is a stir-fried dish made using fish eggs, mustard seeds, curry leaves shallots, and grated coconut.
Gaboli Fry (Maharashtra) In this recipe, the fish eggs are coated with semolina, turmeric, and other spices before being fried to crispy perfection.
Gharab Nu Achaar (Gujarat) Fish eggs are pickled with a blend of cumin, mustard seeds, garlic, and red chillies, creating a spicy, tangy, and aromatic delight.
Maacher Dimer Boda (West Bengal) It is a fish egg fritter that’s crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. It is prepared with finely chopped onions, green chillies, and mild spices.
Fish Egg Fry (Andhra Pradesh) It looks like scrambled eggs but is packed with the rich flavours of fish eggs and mild spices. Fish eggs are sauteed with onions, green chillies, and turmeric.
Maacher Dimer Chorchori (West Bengal) This comforting dish is made with fish eggs, snake gourd, and mild spices. It is served with steamed rice.
Meen Senai Poriyal It is a stir-fried dish in which fish eggs are cooked with turmeric, chillies, curry leaves, and grated coconut.