Nut-Free Banana Leaf Wrapped Coconut Fish

Delight your taste buds with Nut-Free Banana Leaf Wrapped Coconut Fish, a fragrant and flavorful dish that combines tender white fish fillets with a luscious coconut milk marinade infused with turmeric, ginger, lemongrass, and lime juice. This recipe is perfect for those seeking a nut-free, tropical-inspired meal that’s both elegant and easy to prepare. Gently wrapped in softened banana leaves, the fish bakes to moist perfection while absorbing the vibrant aromatics, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Whether served with steamed rice or a light salad, this Southeast Asian-inspired dish is sure to impress with its beautiful presentation and bold, yet balanced, flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces white fish fillets
• 4 sheets banana leaves
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 pieces shallots
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 inch piece ginger
• 1 unit lemongrass stalk
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.

Step 3

Prepare the banana leaves by cutting them into 12x12-inch squares. Rinse them and pat dry. If they are stiff, briefly pass them over a gas flame or hot electric burner to soften.

Step 4

Peel and finely chop the shallots, garlic, and ginger. Thinly slice the white part of the lemongrass stalk.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, combine the coconut milk, chopped shallots, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, turmeric powder, lime juice, fish sauce, coconut sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the coconut sugar is dissolved and the mixture is well combined.

Step 6

Place a piece of fish in the center of each banana leaf square. Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the coconut mixture over each fillet, making sure to cover it completely.

Step 7

Fold the edges of the banana leaf over the fish to form a parcel; secure it with kitchen twine or toothpicks.

Step 8

Place the banana leaf parcels seam-side down on a baking sheet.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 10

Carefully open the parcels (watch out for steam!) and transfer the fish to serving plates.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 12

Accompany with steamed rice or a light salad, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1305.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	703.0

Total Fat 7.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 200mg	0%
Sodium 3987.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 36.1g
Protein 85.9g	0%

Vitamin D 800IU	0%
Calcium 215.8mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 1977.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.4%

Protein: 48.4%

Carbs: 42.2%