How to make Poisson Braise

whole fish

🥗Healthier: filleted fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Canned fish is more affordable and easier to prepare.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is often less expensive.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Frozen herbs provide flavor at a lower cost.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar offers acidity at a lower price.

Clean and scale the fish, then pat dry with paper towels.

Marinate the fish with lime juice, salt, and black pepper for at least 30 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and bell peppers; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add cayenne pepper and fresh herbs, mixing well to combine.

Place the marinated fish in the skillet, spooning the vegetable mixture over it.

Cover and cook for about 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the fish is cooked through.

Check for doneness; the fish should flake easily with a fork.

Serve hot with rice or plantains, garnished with additional herbs.

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