Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

FishKette Groumsup Without Kobo Bu Laka | Gambian 🇬🇲 Street Food | Dada's FoodCrave Kitchen

Login to Save
Dada’s FoodCrave Kitchen
Dada’s FoodCrave Kitchen
58 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Dada’s FoodCrave Kitchen to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Fishkette with Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from The Gambia, Fishkette is a beloved dish often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. It highlights the country's rich fishing heritage and the use of fresh, local ingredients. Traditionally served with a flavorful sauce, it's a staple in Gambian cuisine that showcases the blend of spices and flavors unique to the region. Today, Fishkette has found its way into various international menus, celebrated for its crispy texture and savory taste.

GambianGMmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 flour tortillas
1 medium onion
1 scotch bonnet pepper
1 lemon
1 can canned clams (15 oz)
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
1 can canned mackerel (15 oz)
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned fish is budget-friendly.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats are healthier, while crushed crackers are often less expensive.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: pureed tomatoes

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Pureed tomatoes are fresher, and ketchup is a more affordable option.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Paprika offers flavor without heat, while black pepper is widely available.

1

Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

2

Fry flour tortillas in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides, then drain on paper towels.

3

Peel and julienne the medium onion.

4

Slice the lemon and squeeze out the juice.

5

Open the canned clams and rinse them.

6

Crack the shell of the tamarind and add it to the mixture.

7

Open the canned mackerel, strain the water, and place it on a baking sheet.

8

Drizzle liquid smoke on the mackerel and broil for 20 minutes.

9

Remove bones from the mackerel and break it into chunks.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfryingsimmering

Equipment Needed

frying panmixing bowlspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishegggluten

Other Takes on Fish

(24 videos)

Similar Gambian Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Dishes From Other Cuisines

(24 videos)