FISH POLEKO (NEPALI SPICY FISH GRILLED IN BANANA LEAF)

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Make and share this Fish Poleko (Nepali Spicy Fish Grilled in Banana Leaf) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tulsi Regmi

Categories     Trout

Time 1h

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (3 lb) trout, cleaned (asala macha)
salt and pepper
1 banana leaf (approx. 1ft X 2ft)
lemon wedge (for garnish)
1 teaspoon cumin powder
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds
5 fresh red chilies
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon szechwan pepper (timur)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic paste
1 teaspoon ginger paste
salt and pepper

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1215.4, Fat 61.2, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 394.4, Sodium 366.9, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 6.9, Protein 145.2

Mirabella Chidinma egemba
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This fish poleko recipe was a complete disaster. The fish was burnt and the sauce was inedible.


Kiganda Peter
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my fish poleko didn't turn out very well. The fish was overcooked and the sauce was bland.


Adil car status
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This fish poleko recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.


Sahak Asad ullah
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this fish poleko was still really good. The flavors were complex and well-balanced.


amarjargal yhfyyht
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This fish poleko recipe is a keeper! The fish is cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Milanuaran Milanuaran
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I love the smoky flavor that the banana leaf gives to the fish. This is a great recipe for a special occasion.


Md Maruf Ahmed
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The fish is cooked in no time and the sauce is flavorful and delicious.


Tania Tekoronga
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I made this fish poleko for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the banana leaf.


Davil Mosharaf
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This fish poleko recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy.


Zain Butt
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I'm not usually a fan of fish, but this fish poleko was amazing. The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavors were incredible.


Onyx DeJohnette
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This is a great recipe for fish poleko. The fish is cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new way to cook fish.


lc kop
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The fish poleko was delicious! The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the smoky flavor from the banana leaf.


Fami Adem
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This fish poleko recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Shagor Vai
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I followed the recipe exactly and the fish poleko turned out great. The fish was cooked through but still moist and the sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


Beastmode _carry
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This was my first time trying fish poleko and I was really impressed. The fish was cooked to perfection and the flavors were out of this world. I will definitely be making this again.


Zaria Ware
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I've made this fish poleko recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The fish is always moist and flavorful and the sauce is the perfect balance of spicy and tangy.


Thomas Patterson
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This fish poleko recipe was a hit! The fish was perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the banana leaf wrapping, which gave the fish a unique and delicious smoky flavor.