Authentic Parsi Patra ni Machhi
A delightful Parsi delicacy where tender fish fillets are generously coated in a vibrant green coconut and coriander chutney, wrapped neatly in banana leaves, and gently steamed to absolute perfection.
45min
Total Time
4
Servings
Parsi
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Wash the fish fillets and pat them completely dry with paper towels, then lightly rub with a little salt and lemon juice.
2
In a mixer grinder, combine the grated coconut, fresh coriander, mint leaves, green chillies, garlic, ginger, cumin seeds, lemon juice, and salt into a smooth, thick green paste without adding much water.
3
Place a softened banana leaf piece flat and spread a spoonful of the green chutney in the center.
4
Place a fish fillet on top of the chutney layer, and coat the top and sides of the fish generously with more green chutney.
5
Fold the banana leaf securely around the fish to form a neat parcel and tie it firmly with kitchen twine so it stays intact during cooking.
6
Repeat the wrapping process for the remaining fish fillets.
7
Arrange the wrapped parcels in a steamer basket and steam over medium heat for about 15 to 20 minutes until the fish is flaky and cooked through.
8
Serve hot directly in the banana leaf wraps alongside steamed basmati rice or crusty bread.
Ingredients
4 firm white fish fillets (pomfret or raas)
2 cups fresh grated coconut
1 cup fresh coriander leaves
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
4-5 green chillies
6 cloves of garlic
1-inch piece of ginger
1 tbsp cumin seeds
2 tbsp lemon juice
Salt to taste
4 large banana leaf pieces, cleaned and softened over flame
Kitchen twine for tying
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.