Mahi Sorkh Shodeh (Persian Fried Fish)

1. 1

   Grind saffron threads into a fine powder using a small mortar and pestle. Move to a small bowl and stir in boiling water. Cover and let sit.

2. 2

   Combine flour, salt, turmeric, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder on a large plate and spread into an even layer.

3. 3

   Pat the fish dry thoroughly with paper towels. Cut into 3-inch-long pieces and season with salt. Coat the fish on all sides in the flour mixture.

4. 4

   Heat oil in a large pan over medium to medium-high heat. Add the fish and fry on one side until nicely golden, about 7 minutes. Flip the fish, drizzle the saffron water over the top, and fry the other side until golden and the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 5 more minutes.

5. 5

   Move the fish to a serving platter. Drizzle orange juice over the top and serve with orange and lime wedges.

• Calories 324.59 kcal Moderate
• Protein 32.3 g Good Source
• Carbs 16.99 g Moderate
• Total Fat 14.97 g Moderate
• Saturated Fat 1.39 g Moderate
• Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
• Cholesterol 76.53 mg High
• Sodium 130.02 mg Moderate
• Fiber 1.95 g Low Source
• Sugar 5.23 g Moderate
• Added Sugar 0.29 g Low Source
• Calcium 51.59 mg Low Source
• Iron 1.52 mg Low Source
• Potassium 842.88 mg Moderate
• Vitamin A 10.32 mcg_rae Low Source
• Vitamin C 28.41 mg Good Source
• Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source

Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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