Quick Bombay duck fry Recipe | Easy Non-Vegetarian Dish — Simple Snacks You Can Make Today

A celebrated classic from the Maharashtra culinary tradition, this recipe has been enjoyed by generations of home cooks across India. Perfect for the evening snack hour — light enough to not spoil dinner, flavourful enough to hit the spot.

Whether you're a seasoned home chef or a curious beginner, this Bombay duck fry recipe is designed to deliver restaurant-quality results in your own kitchen. The step-by-step video above walks you through every technique — from preparation to plating — so you can cook with confidence.

The recipe uses 3 key ingredients including Bombay Duck Fish, Semolina, Turmeric. Each serving contains approximately 270 calories, with 20g of protein — making it a hearty addition to your diet.

Did you know? Despite its name, this is actually a fish (Harpadon nehereus). British railway workers in 1850s nicknamed it 'Bombay Duck' after the mail train (DHARMA-UCK). The frying technique uses semolina for extra crunch. Fisherwomen of Mumbai's Sassoon Dock created the modern recipe in 1920s to preserve catches. The strong smell disappears when cooked properly.