Sun Dried Fish (Obambo) Recipe/Obambla/Similar to Zambian Recipe

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based alternative, while canned fish is often more affordable.

salt

🥗Healthier: sea salt

💰Cheaper: table salt

Sea salt offers a more natural flavor, while table salt is usually less expensive.

Clean the fish thoroughly and remove any entrails.

Rub salt generously over the fish, ensuring even coverage.

Place the fish in a sunny location to dry for several hours until moisture is reduced.

Optionally, smoke the fish over low heat for added flavor.

Prepare a marinade with cooking oil, lemon juice, ginger&garlic paste, turmeric, paprika, and black pepper.

Soak the dried fish in the marinade for 30 minutes to enhance flavor.

Garnish with coriander before serving.

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