Steps
- 1.
Otak-otak (Malaysia/Singapore): Imparts smoky aroma while keeping fish paste moist
- 2.
Tamales de hoja de plátano (Oaxaca, Mexico): Creates distinct herbal note compared to corn husk versions
- 3.
Paturi (Bengal, India): Allows mustard-marinated fish to steam in own juices
The Science
Primary Reaction
Starch gelatinization