Ho Mok Pla

Ho Mok Pla

Ho Mok Pla is a traditional Thai fish curry that is steamed in banana leaves. It is made with fish, coconut milk, curry paste, and kaffir lime leaves.

Ingredients

  • Banana leaves (4-5 pieces, cut into 8-inch squares)
  • Thai basil leaves (1/4 cup, chopped)
  • Palm sugar (1 tablespoon)
  • Fish sauce (2 tablespoons)
  • Egg (1)
  • Kaffir lime leaves (5-6 leaves, finely chopped)
  • Red curry paste (3 tablespoons)
  • Coconut milk (1 can)
  • Fish fillets (1 pound, cut into small pieces)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the fish, coconut milk, red curry paste, kaffir lime leaves, egg, fish sauce, palm sugar, and Thai basil leaves.
  2. Divide the mixture evenly among the banana leaf squares.
  3. Fold the banana leaves over the mixture to form small packets.
  4. Place the packets in a steamer basket and steam for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
  5. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Dietary Information

Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 350 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 10g • Protein: 30g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: Noneg