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Navroz Mubarak special: Patra ni machchi recipe

Celebrate Navroz with this traditional Parsi fish preparation.

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Written By: Prema Kodical | Updated : March 21, 2018 11:13 AM IST

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Part of the traditional fare of Parsis, patra ni machchi is a fish preparation where it is steamed in a banana leaf, making it quite healthy. The use of various herbs and spices not just add to the taste but to the health quotient as well. Here is the recipe. Here are the benefits of eating fish.

Ingredients:

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For the green chutney

  • Coconut (fresh, grated) 1 cup
  • Green chilies - 10
  • Coriander leaves 1 cup
  • Mint leaves 1 cup
  • Ginger 2 piece
  • Garlic cloves - 5
  • Cumin 1 tbsp
  • Turmeric powder tsp
  • Lime juice 2 tbsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Banana leaf (large) 1
  • Ricebran oil 1 tsp

Method:

  • Spread little oil on the smooth side of the banana leaf.
  • Cut into six pieces.
  • Coat the fish with the chutney and keep aside for 15 minutes.
  • Wrap each slice of fish in the banana leaf.
  • Steam for 10 minutes.

Or

  • Microwave for 10 minutes.

Or

  • Spread little oil on a non-stick pan.
  • Place fish wrapped in banana leafd in it.
  • Cover and cook for 5 minutes on either side.
  • Also try Ravo recipe on Pateti. Click for the recipe.

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Prema Kodical

Prema Kodical

Prema Kodical is a nutritionist and is extremely passionate about fitness. She believes that a nutritionist who looks fit is the biggest motivation for a client. She currently works as a Nutrition and Exercise Consultant at Hope & Care, Vashi and has a blog ... Read More