Baked Fish Wrapped In Banana Leaves Recipe

Name: Baked Fish Wrapped In Banana Leaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs firm white fish fillets; 1 teaspoon salt; 6 garlic cloves; 4 fresh green chilies, roughly chopped; 1 cup coriander leaves, roughly chopped; 2 ounces coconut, dried; 3 tablespoons lime juice or 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon tamarind paste; 2 tablespoons soft brown sugar; 2 tablespoons cumin seeds, dry-roasted; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons ghee; banana leaves or aluminum foil

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs firm white fish fillets
1 teaspoon salt
6 garlic cloves
4 fresh green chilies, roughly chopped
1 cup coriander leaves, roughly chopped
2 ounces coconut, dried
3 tablespoons lime juice or 3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
2 tablespoons soft brown sugar
2 tablespoons cumin seeds, dry-roasted
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons ghee
banana leaves or aluminum foil

1
Cut fish into large pieces, wash and pat dry. Salt and set aside.
2
Mix the garlic, chillies, coriander leaves, coconut, lime or lemon juice, tamarind, sugar, cumin and salt into a paste and smear over fish. Let marinate 1 hour.
3
Grease foil (if using) with ghee. Place a piece of fish on a banana leaf or foil piece and fold so fish is encased.
4
Coat an oven-safe dish with ghee and place wrapped fish pieces into the dish. Cook for 30 minutes at 350 degrees F.
5
Unwrap one piece of fish to check if it's cooked through and cook until finished.

283

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs firm white fish fillets, 1 teaspoon salt, 6 garlic cloves, 4 fresh green chilies, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Baked Fish Wrapped In Banana Leaves falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Baked Fish Wrapped In Banana Leaves

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions