Name: From the Amazon's Heart: Peru's Garlicky Grilled Fish in Banana Leaves (Patarashca)
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 whole, medium-sized white fish (approx. 1 lb or 450g each), cleaned and scaled (such as cod, bass, or trout.); 5-6 cloves Garlic, minced or crushed.; 2 large Onions, finely chopped or sliced into half-moons.; 4-5 Sweet chili peppers (ají dulce), seeded and finely chopped.; 1 large bunch of Sacha Culantro (or regular cilantro), finely chopped.; 1 tsp Cumin powder.; 4 tbsp Vegetable oil.; 4 large Bijao leaves (or substitute with banana leaves or parchment paper).; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.; To serve: boiled yuca or grilled plantains.

Instructions

Prepare The Fish By Making Shallow Cuts Across Both

First, prepare the fish by making shallow cuts across both sides and seasoning generously with salt and pepper, letting them rest for about 10 minutes.

Season This Mixture With Additional Salt And Pepper

In a medium bowl, create the garlic-heavy filling by thoroughly mixing the minced garlic, chopped onion, sweet chili peppers, cilantro, cumin, and oil; season this mixture with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Generously Stuff And Coat The Fish With This Aromatic

Generously stuff and coat the fish with this aromatic mixture, ensuring it gets into the cuts.

Gently Warm The Bijao Or Banana Leaves

Next, gently warm the bijao or banana leaves over an open flame or in hot water to make them pliable, then place a stuffed fish in the center of each leaf.

Creating A Secure Parcel

Wrap the fish tightly, creating a secure parcel.

Cook The Wrapped Fish On A Hot Grill

Cook the wrapped fish on a hot grill over charcoal for about 15-30 minutes, turning a few times, until the fish is cooked through and flaky.

Serve The Patarashca Immediately

Serve the Patarashca immediately, still in its leafy parcel, accompanied by boiled yuca and grilled plantains for an authentic Amazonian meal.

From the Amazon's Heart: Peru's Garlicky Grilled Fish in Banana Leaves (Patarashca)

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Prepare The Fish By Making Shallow Cuts Across Both

Season This Mixture With Additional Salt And Pepper

Generously Stuff And Coat The Fish With This Aromatic

Gently Warm The Bijao Or Banana Leaves

Creating A Secure Parcel

Cook The Wrapped Fish On A Hot Grill

Serve The Patarashca Immediately

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