Mathi Fry is a very tasty Kerala dish which is very often used in Kerala homes. Ingredients Mathi (Sardine) Fish - 5 For Masala: Turmeric powder - 1 tsp Pepper powder - 1 tsp Chilly Powder - 1 and 1/2 tsp Coriander Powder - 1 tsp Salt - as required Oil for frying Method Clean the mathi fish. Marinate the Mathi fish with the masala ingredients and keep it for about an hour. Fry fish in oil and serve hot.