Green Masala Steamed Fish

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Ingredients list for Green Masala Steamed Fish

• 6 pieces Basa fillets
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves chopped
• 10-12 Fresh mint leaves chopped
• Juice of 2 lemons
• 1 cup Fresh coconut scraped
• to taste Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Crushed black peppercorns
• 3 teaspoons Oil
• 1/2 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 5-6 Curry leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 5-6 Banana leaves

Method

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.
2. Transfer the ground paste into a bowl. Add fish and mix well. Set aside to marinate for a few minutes.
3. Heat remaining oil in a non-stick pan. Add mustard seeds and curry leaves and let the seeds splutter.
4. Add turmeric powder and mix well.
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.
6. Heat sufficient water in a steamer. Place the fish packets in it, cover and steam for 5-7 minutes.
7. Serve hot.