Name: Bhetki Paturi
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 1 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: 0 For the Fish:; 0 2 bhetki fish fillets (about 200g each) (about 200g each); 0 Salt to taste; 0.5 tsp turmeric powder; 0 For the Mustard (Coconut Paste:); 3 tbsp yellow mustard seeds; 2 tbsp grated coconut; 0 2 (3 green chilies (adjust to your spice preference)); 1 tsp poppy seeds (khuskhus); 0.5 tsp turmeric powder; 0 1 (2 teaspoons mustard oil); 0 Salt to taste; 0 For Wrapping:; 2 piece of banana leaves (each about 10x10 inches), softened by lightly heating over an open flame or hot griddle; 0 For Cooking:; 0 Thread or kitchen twine to tie the banana leaf parcels; 0 Water for steaming

Instructions

Start by preparing the mustard-coconut paste. Grind yellow mustard seeds, grated coconut, green chilies, poppy seeds, turmeric powder, mustard oil, and salt to a smooth paste. You may need to add a little water to achieve the desired consistency.
Wash and pat dry the bhetki fish fillets. Sprinkle them with a pinch of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder. Let them marinate for about 15-20 minutes.
Lay out the softened banana leaves, shiny side down. Place a fish fillet on each piece of banana leaf.
Spread the mustard-coconut paste generously over the fish fillets.
Fold the banana leaves to make a parcel, ensuring that the fish is completely covered by the leaves. Tie the parcels securely with thread or kitchen twine.
In a steamer, bring water to a gentle boil. Place the banana leaf parcels in the steamer and steam for about 15-20 minutes or until the fish is cooked.
Once done, carefully remove the parcels from the steamer and let them cool for a minute.
To serve, open the banana leaf parcels, and the fragrant Bhetki Paturi is ready to enjoy. Be cautious of the steam when opening the parcels.
Serve the Bhetki Paturi with steamed rice for a delicious Bengali meal.
Bhetki Paturi is a delightful dish with the unique flavors of mustard and coconut, and the banana leaves impart a special aroma to the dish. Enjoy this authentic Bengali dish for a memorable dining experience.