Theeram · Santacruz East, Mumbai
Marinated pomfret with South Indian masala and shallow fried in coconut oil.
₹590
Avoli Fry in India: 8 places serve it on IndiaRestros, from ₹220 to ₹848 (typical price ₹400), most in Santacruz East, Yelenahalli, MG Road and Chikka Adugodi. Avoli Fry is usually non-vegetarian; the veg mark on each item is from the menu itself. Also listed as Avoli Fry (white Pomfret), Avoli (Pomfret) Fry.
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