Title: Steamed Mackerel in Banana Leaves
Ingredients:
- 1 kg mackerel fish, cleaned
- 1 piece lime
- Banana leaves, cleaned and cut into pieces
- Additional items to be sliced: 4 tomatoes or bilimbi, as desired; 4 green chilies; 3 curly chilies
Spice Paste:
- 6 cloves garlic
- 5 shallots
- 7 candlenuts
- 1 piece ginger
- 1 piece turmeric
- Red chili (large), to taste
Other Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- Fresh basil leaves, to taste
- Salt, to taste
Steps:
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Rinse the cleaned mackerel fish with lime juice and let it sit briefly. Rinse again to remove the sourness from the lime.
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Mix the fish with the ground spices and the sliced ingredients until evenly coated.
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Wrap the mixture in the cleaned banana leaves.
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Steam until cooked through.
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For serving, optionally grill on a non-stick pan or skillet for enhanced flavor.
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Don’t forget to reheat before serving. Enjoy your meal! 🐟🍃
This recipe for Steamed Mackerel in Banana Leaves combines the flavors of fresh mackerel with aromatic spices, wrapped in banana leaves for a tender and flavorful dish. Perfect for sharing with family and friends, it’s a delightful addition to any mealtime.
