Koliwada surmai Recipe with Rice | 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 Koliwada surmai 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 Surmai Fish, Rice Flour, Tamarind. Each serving contains approximately 280 calories, with 25g of protein — making it a hearty addition to your diet.

Did you know? Mumbai's Koli fishermen coat surmai (kingfish) in rice-rava batter for extra crisp. The marinade includes tamarind water from 100-year-old trees at Sewri Fort. Legend says this recipe was created to use up day-old catch. Now served at celebrity weddings with kokum-infused mayo.