Pla Nung Horapa

Ingredients:
- 2 pounds red snapper fillets
- 1 teaspoon galangal root chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon lemongrass
- 6 each red chili peppers
- 2 tablespoons red onion chopped
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce nam pla
- 1 teaspoon kaffir lime leaves
- 1/2 cup basil

Directions:
- Chop coarsely--the Galanga, lemon grass, onions, chilies and soy beans in a blender or food processor (add a tbsp of water if necessary).
- Wash, clean and pat dry the fish well.
- Cut 3 to 4 deep slits crosswise on both sides and cover with the spice mixture pushing the mixture into the slits.
- Place the dressed fish in a platter deep enough to accommodate extra liquid when the fish is cooked.
- Place the platter in the steamer.
- Sprinkle basils and Kaffir lime leaves.
- Place 2 pieces of paper towels over the top but not on the fish to catch any excess moisture while steaming.
- Cover and steam over high heat for 20 minutes or until fish is fully cooked.
- Serve immediately with cooked rice.