Red Snapper Steamed In Banana Leaves Recipe

Name: Red Snapper Steamed In Banana Leaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated; 2 teaspoons caldo maggi seasoning (or substitute with soy sauce); 1 garlic clove; 1 lemon, juice of; 1 lb red snapper fillet; banana leaf; 9 small clams; 6 cherry tomatoes, halved; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1
Place a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water. If desired, add herbs to the boiling water to add flavor to the dish (basil, thyme, oregano, lemon peel, etc).
2
In a small bowl, combine the ginger, soy sauce, garlic and lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste, then set aside.
3
Rinse the fish filet then pat dry. Cut into three portions. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4
Place a piece of snapper in the center of a banana leaf. Top with one third of the cherry tomatoes and 3 clams. Drizzle a third of the marinade over the fish. Fold the banana leaves around the fish to form a packet, then tie with twine to hold it together. Repeat with the remaining fish pieces.
5
Place the packets into the steamer basket. Cover the steamer and steam for 15 minutes.
6
Serve with rice or sweet potato mash (the white kind).

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated, 2 teaspoons caldo maggi seasoning (or substitute with soy sauce), 1 garlic clove, 1 lemon, juice of, and more.

Yes, Red Snapper Steamed In Banana Leaves falls under the General 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.

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Red Snapper Steamed In Banana Leaves

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