Steamed fish in banana leaves | Zero oil fish recipe | Parsi style Patrani Macchi

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken is often less expensive.

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

Prepare the chutney by blending coconut, coriander leaves, mint, cumin, garlic, green chilies, salt, and sugar until smooth.

Coat the fish fillets with the chutney.

Cut banana leaves into large squares and lightly char them over an open flame to make them pliable.

Place a marinated fish fillet in the center of each banana leaf square.

Fold the banana leaves over the fish to create a secure parcel.

Prepare a steamer and bring water to a boil.

Place the banana leaf parcels in the steamer and cover.

Steam the fish for about 15-20 minutes until cooked through and flaky.

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