Bhetki Paturi
Open the leaf and the aroma of mustard explodes! Luxurious banana leaf-wrapped fish from Bengal.
Description
A fragrant Bengali party dish coating white fish (Bhetki) in rich mustard paste, wrapping in banana leaves, and steam-baking.
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Recipe
Ingredients
- White fish(Bhetki)
- Mustard seeds
- Coconut fine
- Mustard oil
- Green chilies
- Banana leaf
- Turmeric
- Salt
Instructions
- Coat white fish fillets with mustard paste, coconut, green chili, mustard oil, turmeric, and salt.
- Place fish on a lightly roasted banana leaf, wrap into a rectangle, and tie with thread.
- Heat a little oil in a pan, arrange wraps, cover, and steam-bake slowly on both sides on low to finish.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Intense mustard stimulation and green banana leaf aroma
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Red snapper or Sea bass (substitute as foil-wrapped grill)
Pairing
Indica rice、Cold beer
Trivia
[Hardcore] 'Paturi' means wrapped in leaf. By steam-baking in banana leaves, the volatile mustard aroma is condensed into the fish, a premium dish offering a vivid scent different from stews.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Cut the thread at the table, slowly open the banana leaf, bathe your face in the rising mustard steam, and eat!
Allergen
Seafood