(Steamed Fish) ปลานึ่ง

(Steamed Fish) ปลานึ่ง

Northern Thailand has many recipes for freshwater fish and one of the most popular cooking methods is steaming, which retains the flavor and moistness of the fish.

1 ½ pound whole fish

5 siced shallots

4 cloves minced garlic

4 green jalapeño peppers

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon white pepper

3 tablespoons nam pla

3 tablespoons tamarind juice

2 tablespoons lime juice

4 thin slices galangal

2 thinly sliced kaffir lime leaves

1 tablespoon oil

Clean the fish and then make three slashes on each side with a sharp knife. Place on a steaming plate. Sprinkle the remaining ingredients over the fish. Place in a steamer and steam on high heat for 20 minutes. Present on a serving dish or a banana leaf.