Poisson En Papillote De Feuille De Banane (banana Leaf-wrapped Fish)

This Malagasy dish features fish wrapped in banana leaves and cooked to perfection.

Poisson En Papillote De Feuille De Banane (banana Leaf-wrapped Fish)

Ingredients

  • 4 fish fillets
  • 4 banana leaves
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the stovetop to medium heat.
  2. Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper.
  3. Place each fish fillet on a banana leaf.
  4. Top the fish with onion, tomato, garlic, ginger, and lemon slices.
  5. Wrap the banana leaves around the fish to form a packet.
  6. Cook the fish packets on the stovetop for 20-25 minutes, until the fish is cooked through.
  7. Serve the fish in the banana leaf packets.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250
Protein
30g
Fat
12g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Knife Cutting board Grater

Tools

Frying pan Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the fish with a side of steamed rice and a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to seal the banana leaf packets tightly to trap the flavors inside while cooking.

Cost

$15