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Maito de Tilapia

Cultural Context

Maito de Tilapia is a traditional dish from El Salvador, often prepared for special occasions and gatherings. It showcases the country's rich culinary heritage, where fresh fish is wrapped in banana leaves and grilled, infusing it with unique flavors. This dish is not only a celebration of local ingredients but also a communal way of enjoying food, often served during holidays and family gatherings. In modern times, it has gained popularity beyond El Salvador, with variations appearing in other Central American cuisines.

SalvadoranSVmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb clean tilapia
1 teaspoon salt
4 large banana leaves
as needed charcoal
1 grill
2 cups yuca
2 ripe plantains

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tilapia

🥗Healthier: cod

💰Cheaper: catfish

Cod is a leaner fish option, while catfish is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

1

Season the clean tilapia inside and outside with an appropriate amount of salt.

2

Place the fish inside the lisan Troy bihau leaves, positioning the tilapia in the center on top of the leaves with the head in the center and the tail at the end.

3

Fold the lisan Troy bihau leaves one by one in a miter shape.

4

Tie the folded leaves with lisan Troy bihau.

5

Place the wrapped tilapia directly onto a grill with burning coals.

6

Cook for approximately 20 to 25 minutes, turning the maito every 10 minutes to ensure proper cooking.

7

Once cooking time is complete, remove the maito of tilapia from the grill and place it on a plate.

8

Serve with yuca or plantain according to preference.

Cooking Techniques

grillingseasoningwrapping

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Maito de PescadoMaito de Pescado de Tilapia

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