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Fijian Fish Kokoda (Raw Fish Salad) Recipe – MasterChef NZ Inspired!

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Fijian Kokoda Salad

Cultural Context

Kokoda is a traditional Fijian dish that reflects the islands' rich marine resources and culinary heritage. Often enjoyed during celebrations and gatherings, it showcases fresh fish marinated in citrus and mixed with local vegetables, creating a vibrant and refreshing dish. Today, Kokoda is popular not only in Fiji but also in various Pacific islands, with many variations emerging that incorporate different ingredients based on local preferences.

FijianFJmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb fresh snapper
1 lb fresh groper
1/2 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup thick coconut cream
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
1 medium tomato, diced
1 chili, diced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon smoked salt

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

fresh fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option while canned tuna is more accessible.

coconut cream

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories and regular milk is often cheaper.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley is a common herb and green onions are less expensive.

chili pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Jalapeños offer a milder heat and red pepper flakes are often more affordable.

1

Char red bell peppers, tomatoes, and chilies on charcoal until blistered, being careful not to burn them too much.

2

Remove charred skin from the vegetables and cut them into strips.

3

Thinly slice red onion and green onion, then add to the bowl.

4

Quickly pickle the red onion by squeezing lime juice over it to reduce harshness.

5

Peel the skin off the tomatoes and chop them into small pieces.

6

Keep the seeds in the chilies and chop them as desired, adding them to the mix.

7

Chop cilantro stems and add to the bowl with the vegetables.

8

Prepare a clean chopping board for the fish to avoid cross-contamination.

9

Cut fresh snapper into bite-sized pieces, ensuring it is skinless and boneless.

10

Cut additional groper into bite-sized pieces for variety.

11

Combine the fish with the charred vegetables in a bowl.

12

Add one tin of thick coconut cream to the mixture and mix well.

13

Add lime zest and smoked salt to enhance flavor.

14

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with more lime juice and smoked salt as needed.

15

If lime is unavailable, substitute with lemon juice and mix again.

16

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for about 40 minutes to marinate.

17

Before serving, add a few fine bits of cilantro for garnish.

18

Serve chilled and enjoy the dish.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingmixing

Equipment Needed

bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishcoconut

Also Known As

KokodaKokoda Ceviche

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