Shorshe Maach Er Paturi (Mustard Fish Wrapped In Banana Leaves) Recipe

About this recipe

A traditional Bengali breakfast dish featuring fresh fish marinated in a mustard-poppy seed paste, wrapped in banana leaves, and steamed to perfection. A low-calorie, protein-rich meal with a beautiful balance of flavors.

Ingredients

• - Mustard Seeds
• 250 Gms Poppy Seeds
• 250g Green Chilli
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 10G Salt
• 500 g Rice

Instructions

1. Step 1: Grind the soaked mustard seeds, poppy seeds, turmeric powder, a pinch of salt, and one green chili into a smooth paste using minimal water.
2. Step 2: Marinate the fish fillets with the mustard-poppy seed paste and let it rest for 15 minutes.
3. Step 3: Take the banana leaves and lightly pass them over an open flame to soften. Brush the inside of each leaf with a little mustard oil.
4. Step 4: Place one marinated fish fillet in the center of each banana leaf. Add a drizzle of mustard oil and a few chopped green chilies on top.
5. Step 5: Fold the banana leaves into neat parcels, securing with toothpicks or kitchen thread if necessary.
6. Step 6: Steam the fish parcels in a steamer or in a covered pan with a little water at the bottom for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
7. Step 7: Cook the soaked rice in boiling water until tender. Drain and serve the steamed fish parcels alongside the rice.