Chingri Macher Paturi | Steamed Prawns in Banana Leaf
Chingri Macher Paturi is a traditional Bengali dish that is steamed in banana leaves. This recipe is easy to follow and perfect for seafood lovers who want to enjoy authentic Bengali flavors. In this blog post you will get step by step guide to marinating the prawns in spices and coconut, wrapping them in banana leaves, and cooking them to perfection. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, this steamed Chingri Macher Paturi recipe is sure to impress your taste buds.
Servings 4 people
Ingredients
- 200 gms Prawns Medium
- 6-8 Banana leaves
- ¼ cup Grated Coconut
- 2 tbsp Poppy Seeds
- 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
- Salt to Taste
- ½ tsp Turmeric Powder
- 2 Green Chilies
- 1 Lemon
Instructions
- We will begin by preparing the leaves for enveloping the prawn mix. So, chose tender banana leaves. Wash them well so as to get rid of any dirt sticking to them. Lay them on a kitchen towel to soak up the extra water. Using a pairing knife, tear off the stiff veins off the back of the leaves. This would help you to fold the leaves properly.6-8 Banana leaves
- Heat a skillet and place the leaves on it one by one. Roast them on both sides till you see them wilting and softening up. This will help you fold and wrap the prawn mix easily
- Now, in a grinder jar combine the grated coconut, green chilies, and poppy seeds to grind it into a smooth paste. Add a splash of water if needed.¼ cup Grated Coconut, 2 tbsp Poppy Seeds, 2 Green Chilies
- Now, add the mustard seeds, salt, and turmeric powder and give it a quick buzz. So that the mustard seeds are ground coarsely.1 tsp Mustard Seeds, Salt to Taste, ½ tsp Turmeric Powder
- Take this mix out in a mixing bowl. Add the prawns to this mix along with some mustard oil and lemon juice. Give everything a good mix.200 gms Prawns Medium, 1 Lemon
- Note – If you think your mix is too runny, add a teaspoon of rice flour. It will soak up the extra moisture.
- Place a portion of prawn mix on the banana leaf and pack it like an envelope. Tie them tight using strings. Refer to the Chingri macher recipe video below in the recipe card
- Now all you have to do is steam it for 15 minutes so that this gets cooked completely. Once done you will see that the leaf envelope has wilted and softened. The prawn inside has turned pink in color.