Ingredients for Fish Poached In Banana Leaves
- Fish Fillets
- 2 large fresh banana leaves
- Aluminum Foil
- Whole Tomato
- White Onion
- Lime
- Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
- Lime Juice
- Wasabi Paste
- Olive Oil
- Garlic Clove
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
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How to Make Fish Poached In Banana Leaves
- Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat (approximately 400°F/200°C).
- Lay a large sheet of aluminum foil down flat. This creates a catch-all for any juices.
- Place a large, fresh banana leaf in the center of the aluminum foil.
- Place a 6-ounce Sierra fish fillet (or similar firm white fish) onto the banana leaf.
- Using a sharp knife, make 3 diagonal cuts about halfway through the fillet, evenly spaced.
- Insert thin slices of: 1 medium tomato, 1/2 lime (cut into wedges), and 1/4 small red onion into the cuts.
- In a small bowl, whisk together: 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon sour cream, 1/2 teaspoon wasabi paste, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 clove minced garlic, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Spread the wasabi mayo mixture evenly over the top of the fish fillet.
- Season the fish generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Carefully fold the banana leaf over the fish, then wrap tightly in the aluminum foil, creating a sealed packet.
- Place the foil packet on the preheated grill or in the preheated oven and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- **Do not flip or turn the packet.**
- Carefully remove the foil packet from the heat and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before opening.
- Serve immediately with steamed rice or fried rice, garnished with crispy fried plantain chips.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
18g
Fat
9g
Carbs
4g
