🔥 Grilled King Fish (Surmai) Recipe | Easy & Spicy Pakistani Style


 

🔥 Grilled King Fish (Surmai) Recipe | Easy & Spicy Pakistani Style

Looking for a delicious and spicy grilled fish recipe? Try this mouth-watering Grilled King Fish (Surmai) that’s full of flavor, marinated with aromatic spices, and perfectly cooked on a grill pan. It’s a great option for dinner, BBQ nights, or healthy meals without deep frying.

🐟 Ingredients for Grilled Surmai Fish

  • King Fish (Surmai) – 500g (2 pieces of 250g each)

  • Vinegar – for soaking

  • Red Chili Powder – 1 tsp

  • Turmeric Powder (Haldi) – ¼ tsp

  • Cumin Powder (Zeera) – ½ tsp

  • Crushed Coriander Seeds (Adha Kuta Dhaniya) – 1 tbsp

  • Red Chili Flakes (Adhi Kuti Lal Mirch) – 1 tsp

  • Carom Seeds (Ajwain) – ¼ tsp

  • Lemon Juice or Vinegar – 1 tbsp

  • Ginger Powder – 1 tsp

  • Garlic Powder – 1 tsp

  • Salt – to taste

  • Yellow Food Color – ¼ tsp (optional)

  • Oil – for brushing the grill pan

🍋 Marination Steps

  1. Wash the fish and make deep cuts on both sides.

  2. Soak in vinegar water for 30 minutes to remove any smell.

  3. Mix all dry spices with lemon juice or vinegar to form a thick paste.

  4. Apply the marinade evenly all over the fish, including inside the cuts.

  5. Let it rest for at least 1 hour in the fridge for full flavor.

🔥 How to Grill the Fish

  1. Heat a non-stick grill pan on low flame.

  2. Brush the pan with oil.

  3. Gently place the marinated fish on the pan.

  4. Cook for 10 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown.

  5. Avoid flipping too often to prevent breaking.

🌿 Serving Suggestions

Serve your grilled Surmai fish hot with:

  • Green chutney

  • Lemon wedges

  • Onion rings or fresh salad

  • Roti, naan, or rice

📌 Tips for Perfect Grilled Fish

  • Use low flame for even cooking.

  • Marinate for longer (up to 3 hours) for deeper flavor.

  • Make sure the fish is dry before marinating to avoid watery masala.

  • Use a wide spatula to carefully flip the fish.

💡 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ No deep frying
✅ Loaded with desi spices
✅ Perfect for weight watchers
✅ Easy to make at home
✅ Restaurant-style taste

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Location: Karachi, Pakistan

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