Smoked Catfish| Nigerian food|African food

catfish

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: mackerel

Tilapia offers a similar texture while being lower in fat.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is a healthier fat.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides acidity with a similar flavor profile.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: salt

Homemade blends can reduce sodium and enhance flavor.

Clean and gut the catfish thoroughly under cold water.

Marinate the catfish with lime juice, salt, and spices for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare your smoker by soaking wood chips in water for 30 minutes.

Heat the smoker to a temperature of 200°F (93°C).

Place the marinated catfish on the smoker rack.

Add soaked wood chips to the smoker and close the lid.

Smoke the catfish for 2-3 hours, or until cooked through and flaky.

Remove the catfish from the smoker and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Serve with a side of pepper sauce or in a stew with vegetables.

Cooking Techniques

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