In South Asian nations such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, seer fish, a saltwater fish, is the most popular. It is regarded as the king of fish and one of the most valuable. They are fish that belong to the mackerel family. It is popular in India, particularly in South India. It ranges in weight from 2 to 5 kg. The fish's teeth are razor-sharp. Pink fleshy slabs surround a center bone. It's a fish that doesn't stink. As a result, everyone enjoys this fish, particularly youngsters.


Vanjaram is a popular dish in both households and restaurants. The fish is solid in structure and contains a single central bone. People will be able to consume it more quickly due to this.


People prepare Vanjaram meen fry, which is a fantastic meal. The next dish is Ayakoora fish curry, which is very delicious. Seer fish is also used in the preparation of fish pickles. In the United States, canned versions of this fish are available


Health benefits of eating Seer Fish / Vanjaram Meen


It is the fish of choice for many South Indians because of its flavor and nutritional value.

  1. Keeps your heart healthy
    Seer fish is abundant in omega-3 and unsaturated fat, which is good for your heart. Omega-3 fatty acids and unsaturated fats effectively protect your heart against heart disease, and they can also help decrease harmful cholesterol levels.
  2. Bloodstream Cleansing
    Fish, particularly Seer fish, have unsaturated oil that is easily dissolved. As a result, it does not block vessels and promotes proper blood circulation. In addition, the EPA and DHA found in seafood, such as the Health Benefits of Seer Fish, can prevent blood clotting and vascular inflammation.
  3. It helps to prevent cancer
    Vanjaram, which is rich in minerals, can also supply selenium in addition to iodine. In addition, selenium plays a vital role in producing cancer-fighting enzymes.
  4. Reduces blood pressure
    It is one of the vanjaram fish's health advantages. The capacity of unsaturated fat to unclog clogged vessels allows us to maintain normal blood pressure.
  5. Protect the cell from harm
    Vanjaram is a high-protein fish. As we all know, protein is highly effective in protecting and repairing cells.
  6. Eye-friendly
    Vanjaram fish is abundant in omega-3 and vitamin A, which are beneficial to the eyes. Omega-3 can help prevent macular degeneration, a condition that affects the retina, and it also keeps your vision from becoming blurry. Vitamin A, on the other hand, significantly enhances night vision.
  7. Anti-inflammatory
    The consumption of oily fish has been shown in studies to help decrease inflammation. Fish oil is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which can help with inflammatory bowel illnesses, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
  8. Nourishes the skin
    Eating fish has no negative effects on skin health. The health advantages of Vanjaram fish for skin may be obtained by eating fish. Fish omega-3 is effective at protecting skin from UV radiation damage. Furthermore, fish can help to avoid skin illnesses like eczema and psoriasis. Fish is abundant in collagen, which is required for keeping tight and youthful skin, and omega-3 fatty acids.
  9. Boost your mental capacity
    According to studies, those who eat fish regularly, notably vanjaram fish, have a decreased risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. The health advantages of vanjaram fish for the brain include improved focus, improved reading skills, and reduced ADHD symptoms.
  10. Become depressed-free
    According to certain studies, omega-3 deficiency is strongly linked to a significant risk of depression. As a result, eating vanjaram fish high in omega-3 can help avoid depression and other mental illnesses. Seasonal Affective Disorder, mood fluctuations dependent on the weather, and post-natal depression, such as blue baby syndrome, are some mental conditions that are efficiently addressed by fish-eating.

Recipe: Vanjaram Fish fry Tamil Nadu style


Let's make the most common dish in Tamil Nadu


Required Ingredients to cook Vanjaram Fish Fry:

  • 500 grams Vanjaram Fish- cut into steaks
  • Garlic Paste- 2 teaspoon
  • Red chili powder- 2 teaspoon
  • Pepper powder- 1 teaspoon
  • Salt to taste
  • Corn starch- 2 spoon

Instructions to cook Vanjaram Fry


Step 1: Clean the fish steaks and dry them thoroughly on a paper towel. Take 10-12 cloves and grind them to a smooth paste. Add 2-3 tablespoons of water while scraping. Apply the mixture to the fish on both sides. Set aside for 5 minutes.


Step 2: In the meantime, make a dry rub powder with two heaped tablespoons of red chili powder, one teaspoon fine pepper powder, one teaspoon salt, and two heaped tablespoons of cornflour.


Step 3: Take the garlic-marinated fish and dust it with the dry rub powder. Allow the powdered fish to rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.


Step 4: Heat the oil in a pan until it is extremely hot. The marinade will not come off if the fish is cooked in hot oil, and that is the key. In heated oil, shallowly fry the fish for 1.5–2 minutes on each side.


Step 5: Using a paper towel, absorb excess oil from the fried fish and serve immediately.


Recipe 2: North Indian Vanjaram Shorche Maach - Mustard Fish Curry


You can also try out the infamous Shorche Maach- Mustard Fish Curry.


Required Ingredients to cook Vanjaram FIsh Fry:

  • Seer fish/Vanjaram fish - 500 grams
  • Mustard seeds - 1 tablespoon
  • Turmeric powder - ¼ tablespoon
  • Green chilies - 2
  • Coriander leaves - 3 sprigs finely chopped
  • Salt to taste

Instructions to cook Vanjaram Shorche Maach


Step 1: Marinate the fish for 10 minutes in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.


Step 2: To produce the mustard paste, soak the mustard seeds in water for 10 minutes before grinding them with the green chilies and turmeric powder to form a smooth paste.


Step 3: In a nonstick pan, heat the oil, add the fish, and cook for 30 seconds on each side until golden. Remove the fish and add mustard seeds to the same oil, allowing them to crackle.


Step 4: Once it starts to crackle, add the mustard paste and cook for a few minutes on medium heat until the mustard paste starts to boil. In a mixing bowl, combine the marinated fish and the Paste.


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