Green Masala Steamed Fish

 how to make Green Masala Steamed Fish

Prep Time : 6-10 minutes

Cook time : 21-25 minutes

Serve : 4

Level Of Cooking : Easy

Ingredients

• Basa fillets 6 pieces

• Fresh coriander leaves chopped2 tablespoons

• Fresh mint leaves chopped10-12

• Juice of 2 lemons

• Fresh coconut scraped1 cup

• Salt to taste

• Crushed black peppercorns 1/2 teaspoon

• Oil 3 teaspoons

• Mustard seeds 1/2 teaspoon

• Curry leaves 5-6

• Turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon

• Banana leaves 5-6

Method

Step 1

Combine coriander leaves, mint leaves, lemon juice, coconut, salt, crushed peppercorns and 1 teaspoon oil in a grinder jar and grind into a smooth paste.

Step 2

Transfer the ground paste into a bowl. Add fish and mix well. Set aside to marinate for a few minutes.

Step 3

Heat remaining oil in a non-stick pan. Add mustard seeds and curry leaves and let the seeds splutter.

Step 4

Add turmeric powder and mix well.

Step 5

Place each marinated fish piece on a banana leaf and pour the flavoured oil on top of them. Fold from all sides and secure with toothpicks.

Step 6

Heat sufficient water in a steamer. Place the fish packets in it, cover and steam for 5-7 minutes.

Step 7

Serve hot.