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Steamed Fish

Fresh fish darnes are covered with a flavourful masala, wrapped in banana leaves and steamed gently to lock in all the natural juices, while local spices add the perfect touch of aroma and taste.

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Main ingredientsRohu fish, Garlic, Ginger, Green chillies, Fresh lemon pepper, Dried bamboo shoots, Bankoban leaves, Mustard oil, Banana leaves
CuisineArunachal Pradesh
CourseMain course seafood
Prep time10-15 minutes
Cook time15-20 minutes
Serve4
TasteSpicy
Level of cookingEasy
OthersNon vegetarian

Ingredients

Method

  1. Put garlic, ginger, green chillies, salt and lemon pepper pieces in a mortar and crush coarsely with a pestle.
  2. Add dried bamboo shoots and bankoban leaves and continue to crush.
  3. Take fish darnes in a plate and sprinkle salt over them. Drizzle mustard oil and mix well. Apply the crushed mixture on both the sides of the fish darnes.
  4. Heat sufficient water in a steamer.
  5. Wrap each fish piece in a piece of banana leaf and make a parcel. Arrange these parcels in the steamer basket and steam for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Place them on a serving plate and serve hot.
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