LETS COOK! COU-COU / STEW FISH | AUTHENTIC GRENADIAN FOOD

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: polenta

Quinoa is gluten-free and adds protein.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is plant-based and affordable.

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

Gradually whisk in cornmeal until smooth and thickened, about 10 minutes.

Stir in chopped okras and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Pour the mixture into a greased dish and let it set while preparing the fish.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add diced tomatoes, thyme, and bay leaves, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Season fish with lime juice, black pepper, and scotch bonnet pepper.

Place fish in the skillet and cover, cooking until fish is flaky, about 10-15 minutes.

Serve the cou cou alongside the stew fish, garnished with additional herbs.

Cooking Techniques

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