Mackerel fish | leaf steamed fry | Mackerel leaf fry 🐟

🌿 Leaf-Wrapped Mackerel Fry For 3 medium mackerels Fish marinade 3 cleaned mackerels ½ turmeric powder 1 teaspoon Salt Green masala paste 1 cup fresh coriander 10 garlic cloves 1 green chillies ½-inch ginger ⁠1 small onion 1–2 tbsp water (if needed) For wrapping 3 large turmeric leaves 🌿 or banana leaf 2–3 tbsp oil Method 1. Clean the mackerel and make 2–3 deep diagonal cuts on each side. 2. Mix all the marinade ingredients and rub thoroughly into the fish, especially inside the cuts. Rest for 20–30 minutes. 3. Grind the coriander, garlic, green chillies, ginger into a thick, coarse paste. 4. Coat each mackerel generously with the green masala, pushing some into the cuts and cavity. 5. Place one fish in each leaf and wrap tightly. 6. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a flat pan. Place the wrapped fish and cook covered on low-medium heat for 7–8 minutes. 7. Carefully flip and cook another 7–8 minutes. 8. Open one parcel and check the fish. If needed, cook uncovered for another 1–2 minutes for a slightly roasted finish.