Best Fish Poleko Nepali Spicy Fish Grilled In Banana Leaf Recipes

FISH POLEKO (NEPALI SPICY FISH GRILLED IN BANANA LEAF)

Steps:

• In a blender combine all marinating ingredients into a smooth paste.
• Prepare a grill with glowing charcoal and wood chips.
• Trim and score the fish to form deep packets on all sides.
• Salt and pepper the fish first and smother with the marinating paste, inserting deep into the packets.
• Oil the banana leaf; gently heat up the banana leaf on the grill for a brief time, for it makes the banana leaf softer and workable.
• Immediately place the fish on the banana leaf and wrap in by ensuring a complete closure.
• Secure it with bamboo picks or a twain.
• Place the wrapped fish on grill and smoke-grill for 20-30 minutes, turning frequently.
• Once cooked, unwrap the banana leaf and put the fish on the bed of rice pilaf to serve, topped with tomato achar.
• Garnish with a fresh squeeze of lemon wedges.

CARROTS SAUTéED IN BAY LEAF

Steps:

• Add oil to large non stick skillet. Swirl to coat.
• Add Bay Leaves to infuse the oil.
• Add carrots and water.
• Partially cover the pan and cook for 10 minutes until carrots are almost tender
• Add salt and pepper to taste, increase heat to medium-high and cook for approximately 4 minutes, until carrots are tender and lightly browned.
• Stir frequently.
• These directions are so easy, they can be adjusted for time, amount of bay leaves, etc.
• I have also used with sage and rosemary. All variations are delicious!
• If you like a softer carrot, cook longer, shorter time for more crunch.