MAACHER PATURI / STEAMED FISH IN BANANA LEAF / STEAMED MUSTARD FISH

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while canned tuna is usually less expensive.

Introduce the dish and its significance.

Use catfish for the recipe, noting it's oily and fleshy.

Marinate the fish with a little salt and turmeric powder.

Prepare the mustard paste by grinding 2 tablespoons each of black and yellow mustard seeds with a quarter of a coconut, 2 green chilies, and a pinch of salt, adding a little water as needed.

If using mustard powder, soak it for 10-15 minutes before use.

Mix the mustard paste with 1-2 tablespoons of mustard oil and marinate the fish for about 30 minutes.

Soften the banana leaf by dipping it in warm water, or use aluminum foil as an alternative.

Oil the banana leaf and wrap the marinated fish in it, securing with toothpicks if necessary.

Heat a tava (griddle) with mustard oil and place the wrapped fish on it, covering with a lid.

Cook on low heat for about 10 minutes, then turn the fish and cook for another 10 minutes.

Check for doneness; the fish should flake easily when done.

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