Patra Ni Macchi (Fish wrapped in Banana Leaf)
Patra Ni Macchi is a Parsi-style steamed fish preparation, smeared in coriander chutney and wrapped in banana leaf. It is usually served at weddings, but you can always treat your guests at home. PS: If you like the taste of coconut, you can use it instead of coriander!
Servings1 person
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Ingredients
- 1small Silver Pomfret
- 2tbsp Green Coriander(chopped)
- 1no. of Green Chilli
- 1tsp Ginger
- 1tsp Lime Juice
- Salt to taste
- 1/4tsp Turmeric
- 1/4tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder
- 1/2tsp Oil
Instructions
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Clean and gut the fish, give 2 deep incisions on its belly
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Rub salt, turmeric and red chilli powder. Smear it well. Keep the fish aside
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Grind green chillies, ginger, garlic and coriander into smooth paste (chutney), add lime juice. Mix thoroughly.
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Marinate with fish with the green chutney for 30 mins
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Carefully wrap the fish in a banana leaf smeared with oil. Cover fully. You can use aluminium foil also
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Boil enough water in a deep vessel or idli maker. Place the fish on a sieve and over boiling water. Make sure that the water should be boiling.
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Cover it and steam it for 4-5 minutes or till cooked.
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Take the fish out. Place it on the plate and gently uncover it.
Recipe Notes
Total calories: 147.65
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