Patrani machi

To make Patrani machi - Apply mint chutney to the fish. Wilt banana leaves. Put the fish in the banana leaves. Wrap. Shallow fry in oil till the fish is cooked (say 10 minutes). Alternately, You could also steam the fish.

Recipe for Mint chutney - Take equal quantities of grated coconut, mint leaves and, corriander leaves. Grind it to a coarse paste with a tsp of cummin seeds, 3 cloves of garlic, a couple of green chillis, lemon juice, and salt. This chutney is very tasty and is used in sandwiches or as accompaniments. It is not restricted to this recipe.