BBQ |
Grilled Fish In Banana Leaf |
3 garlic cloves 1 teaspoon black peppercorns 2 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander root 1 slice fresh ginger, quarter-sized crush; ed - 1 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce 2 lb whole snapper =or=- striped bass -=; or=- 4 whole trout 1 large banana leaf (or more if needed) 1 vegetable oil (for oiling leaf) Chile Lime Sauce: 3 small green serrano chiles seeded and fi; nely chopped 3 garlic cloves 2 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves 1 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup fresh lime juice 1/3 cup chicken stock |
This recipe illustrates the popular use of banana leaves as a food wrapper in Asia. Aluminum foil works well as a substitute. Plunge leaf into a pot of boiling water for a few seconds to soften. Wipe dry. Using a knife or scissors, remove the thick spine in the leaf. Place the leaf with its glossy side down on a work surface. (Use more leaves if needed.) Brush oil on the leaf where the fish will lie. Set the fish with the marinade on the oiled surface. Fold over the wide sides overlapping at the top and secure with toothpicks. Turn over package, fold over ends to enclose sides, and secure ends with toothpicks to make a neat parcel. Set packet about 3 inches above medium-high heat coals and grill each side for 8 to 10 minutes. NOTE: If using trout, marinate the 4 fish together. Wrap each 1 individually and reduce the grilling time to about 3 minutes on each side. Serves 4 as part of an Asian multicourse menu. Transfer to a serving plate. Open leaf and serve with accompanying sauce. |