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Fish Pakora in Calgary

Loved by guests across Northwest Calgary

Fish Pakora is one of the most ordered appetizers at Tamarind, and for good reason. Boneless fillets are marinated with ajwain, ginger, garlic and lemon, jacketed in a seasoned gram-flour batter and fried to order so the crust shatters and the fish stays moist. Mint chutney and lime finish it.

Popular Appetizer
Spice Level: Medium
Fried to Order
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Fish Pakora at Tamarind East Indian Restaurant - Amritsari-Style Fried Fish in Panorama Hills, Calgary

About Our Fish Pakora

This is Amritsari-style fried fish, the northern Punjabi street classic that turned into a restaurant staple. What defines it is carom seed – ajwain – whose slight bitterness cuts the richness of the fry and makes the fish taste cleaner.

We batter and fry every order individually rather than holding trays under a lamp, which is the difference between a crisp pakora and a soggy one. It is the appetizer we recommend most often to tables in Panorama Hills who want something beyond the usual samosa.

What Makes Our Fish Pakora Special

How to Enjoy Fish Pakora at Tamarind

Perfect Pairings

Start the table with Fish Pakora and a mango lassi, then move into a curry and naan. It also travels well, which makes it a favourite on NW Calgary takeout orders.

Spice Level & Dietary Notes

Made with a chickpea-flour batter rather than wheat. It is fried in shared oil, so please speak to our team if you have a strict allergy requirement.

What Guests Say About Tamarind

Tripadvisor Guest

Review: “Amazing experience!”

“An excellent visit – delicious food, attentive service and a memorable dining experience that makes Tamarind stand out among Indian restaurants in Calgary.”

Tripadvisor · 5.0

Yelp Reviewer

Northwest Calgary Diner

“Delicious East Indian dishes, excellent service, fabulous atmosphere and a unique family restaurant – our go-to Indian fine-dining spot in Calgary.”

Yelp · 4.0

Tripadvisor Guest

Review: “New favourite!”

“Tamarind is our new favourite restaurant – consistently tasty dishes, generous portions and a welcoming atmosphere that keeps us coming back.”

Tripadvisor · 5.0

Fish Pakora FAQs

Common questions about our fish pakora, ordering and delivery across Northwest Calgary.

About the Dish & Ordering

We use firm, boneless white fish fillets that hold their texture through frying, cut into bite-sized pieces so the batter crisps evenly.

It is medium – aromatic from ajwain, ginger and garam masala with a gentle chilli warmth. The mint chutney served alongside cools it further.

Yes, because we fry each order fresh rather than in advance. For the best texture we recommend eating it within about twenty minutes of pickup or delivery.

Hungry for Crispy Fish Pakora?

Order online for pickup or delivery across Panorama Hills, Country Hills, Harvest Hills and Northwest Calgary – or book a table with us on Panatella Boulevard.

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Visit Us in Panorama Hills, Calgary

Address

1110 Panatella Boulevard NW
Calgary, AB T3K 0G6, Canada

Phone

(403) 731-0001

Hours

Mon–Thu: 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Friday: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 12:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 12:30 PM – 9:00 PM

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