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Miang Pla

A vibrant Thai-inspired snack with crispy fried fish, fresh vegetables, and a tangy-sweet sauce, all wrapped in banana leaves.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
220
Protein
24g
Miang Pla
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Ingredients

  • 4 large squares banana leaves
  • 1 lb white fish fillets
  • 2 medium lime
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 cups mixed shredded vegetables (cabbage, carrot, bell pepper)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut the 1 lb fish fillets into 1-inch chunks and pat dry with paper towels. Heat 1/2 inch oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 2 minutes.

  2. 2

    Fry the fish in a single layer, turning once, until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes total. Drain on paper towels and set aside.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, whisk the juice of 2 limes, 2 tbsp fish sauce, and 1 tbsp sugar until the sugar dissolves, about 1 minute.

  4. 4

    Soften the 4 banana leaf squares by passing them over a flame or dipping in hot water for 10 seconds. Place a spoonful of the 2 cups shredded vegetables and a few fish pieces on each leaf.

  5. 5

    Drizzle with the lime sauce, fold the leaf into a parcel, and serve immediately. Add chili or ginger if you like.

Tools you’ll need

  • skillet
  • small bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

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