Place fillets on wax paper or on a plate in a steamer then top with preserved lemon, thyme and lemon oil.
Seal the edges to make an enclosed parcel.
Steam fish in the paper until just cooked (this will depend on the size/thickness of the fillet) approximately 5 – 7 min for a 150g fillet.
Let cool slightly then flake into medium sized pieces.
Meanwhile, in a pot bring the quinoa, millet, sumac, garlic and water to the boil then drop it to a simmer.
Let it cook for approximately 10 min then cover with a lid and turn the heat off. Let it continue cooking in it’s own heat.
Toast pistachios whole, then finely chop – not ground. Set aside.
Boil a large pot of water and cook leaves in batches of ten for approximately 1 minute or until soft, but not falling apart.
Remove from hot water and wash cooked leaves in cold water. Drain and set aside.
If using preserved vine leaves: soak in warm water then wash well in cold water, drain and set aside.
Mix together the quinoa and pistachios. Season with salt (optional) and white pepper.
Then fold through the flaked fish – do not squash or mush the fish, keep it in nice flaked pieces.
Dry each leaf and lay rough side up on board or work bench.