Crispy pastry with fish and spiced filling
Bis Keemiya are golden, crispy pastries filled with seasoned minced fish and served as appetizers or snacks.
Serves 12
Mix minced fish, onion, curry powder, and lime juice
Place 1 tbsp filling on each pastry sheet
Fold pastries into triangles, seal edges
Deep fry until golden brown on both sides
Remove on paper towels
Don't overstuff pastries or filling leaks out
Oil should be 350°F before frying
Use chicken instead of fish
Add vegetables to filling
Refrigerate for 2 days, freeze for 1 month; reheat before serving
Bis Keemiya shows Indian influence in Maldivian cuisine, adapted with local fish.
Yes, brush with oil and bake at 375°F for 15 minutes
Spring roll wrappers or phyllo dough work well
Per serving · 12 servings total
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