Pepes (Steamed Fish in Banana Leaves)
Pepes is a popular Indonesian dish made with fish that is wrapped in banana leaves and steamed with herbs and spices. This recipe is gluten-free and uses less oil, making it a healthy option for those who are looking to lose weight. The dish is low in calories and high in protein, making it a filling and satisfying meal.
Allergen Information: Contains Fish
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
82 kcal
Protein
12 g
Carbs
6 g
Fat
1 g
Fiber
1 g
Ingredients
Tilapia Fish
2 medium fillet (240g)
Tomato
0.25 cup, sliced (50g)
Tamarind Chutney
1 tbsp (15g)
Brown sugar
1 tsp (5g)
Clove Garlic, Chopped
2 tsp (10g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Red chilli Powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Shallot
0.25 cup, diced (25g)
Lemon Grass
1 tbsp, chopped (10g)
Instructions
Preparation
Rinse the tilapia fillets and pat dry with paper towels. Cut them into 2-inch pieces.
Cooking Steps
In a small bowl, mix together the tamarind paste, coconut sugar or brown sugar, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the tilapia pieces, sliced tomato, sliced lemongrass, sliced shallots, minced garlic, and sliced red chili pepper. Add the tamarind paste mixture and mix well.
Place one piece of banana leaf on a clean work surface. Spoon 1/4 of the tilapia mixture onto the center of the banana leaf.
Fold the banana leaf over the fish mixture, making a packet. Secure the edges with toothpicks or string.
Repeat with the remaining banana leaves and fish mixture.
Place the banana leaf packets in a steamer basket and steam over medium heat for 15-20 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
Serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Ishita Prasad Joshi
"Tried making this last night, and this Pepes (Steamed Fish in Banana Leaves) recipe exceeded all my expectations. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Shreya Prakash Sinha
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and this health-focused Pepes (Steamed Fish in Banana Leaves) blew me away with its authentic flavor. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Suresh Vardhan Joshi
"Tried making this last night, and this version of Pepes (Steamed Fish in Banana Leaves) is so much better than restaurant style. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Will be making this again very soon."
Kunal Ghosh
"My dietitian recently added this to my plan, and preparing this Pepes (Steamed Fish in Banana Leaves) was completely hassle-free. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. Will be making this again very soon."