Fish with coconut and chilli steamed in banana leaf

This beautiful, steamed fish is full of flavour and wonderful aromas that burst out when the parcel is unwrapped at the table.

Steamed white fish fillet wrapped in banana leaf, garnished with sliced red chili, lime wedges, fresh herbs, served with brown rice and arugula salad on a plate.
SERVES4
PREP TIME5-15 mins
COOK TIME15-30 mins
MEAL TYPEDinner
PREP TIME5-15 mins
COOK TIME15 - 30 mins
MEAL TYPEDinner

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Method

  1. On each banana leaf place a piece of fish and top with the remaining ingredients
  2. Fold the banana leaf up and over the ingredients to create a sealed parcel, ensuring there are no gaps around the bottom
  3. Tie the parcels with a piece of string to keep them secure
  4. Place parcels in a steamer and steam for approximately 15 minutes

Tips

This is a versatile recipe, use any fresh herbs and flavourings you have and like.

  • 4 
    30cm square banana leaves
  • 500 g
    fish fillets, cut into 4 pieces
  • ¼  cup
    chopped spring onion
  • ¼  cup
    chopped coriander
  • 1 cup
    chopped tomato
  • ¼  cup
    sweet chilli sauce
  • 2 tbsp
    lemon juice
  • ¼ cup
    coconut cream
Per serve
  • Energy
    810 kJ
  • Total Fat
    5.3g
  • Saturated Fat
    2.8g
  • Total Carbohydrate
    8.8g
  • Sugars
    8.6g
  • Dietary Fibre
    1.2g
  • Protein
    26.9g
  • Sodium
    333mg