Biryani Fish Packets

There are many versions of this classic rice dish, and it is hugely popular throughout India as well as other parts of Asia and the Middle East. This version is succulent and delicious, and is a great way to serve up fish - special occasion or otherwise.

Serves: 4 people
Preparation time: 15 mins`
Cooking Time: 10 mins
Difficulty: Moderate

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Ingredients

575g haddock, cod or other thick fish fillets
1 small onion, very thinly sliced
1 yellow squash, very thinly sliced
2 carrots cut into very thin matchstick pieces
2 tbsp Patak's Biryani Paste
3 tbsp butter or margarine
75ml dry white wine

Methods

Cut the fish into 4 pieces. Fold 4 x 70 cm / 28 inch lengths of aluminium foil in half, making a double thickness. Place 1 piece of fish on top of each. Top with onion, squash and carrots.
Combine Patak's Biryani Paste, butter and wine in a small saucepan; heat to melt the butter. Pour the mixture evenly over the 4 fish parcels, coating the vegetables and fish.
Fold the foil, using tight double folds leaving room for expansion.
Grill, folded side down, over low coals for 5 minutes. Turn the packets over and grill for a further 5 minutes. Once cooked the fish should flake easily with a fork.
Serve hot with rice or chapattis.