Most delicious Ghana grilled fish recipe/most popular Ghanaian street foods

whole fish

🥗Healthier: filleted fish

💰Cheaper: frozen fish

Filleted fish is lower in fat and easier to prepare.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier with better fats.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon provides similar acidity and flavor.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: substitute with seasoning mix

Dried herbs are more accessible and last longer.

Clean and scale the fish thoroughly.

Make diagonal slashes on both sides of the fish.

Blend garlic, ginger, onion, tomato, and pepper into a smooth paste.

Mix the paste with lime juice, vegetable oil, salt, and spices.

Rub the mixture generously inside and outside the fish.

Let the fish marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

Place the fish on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through.

Baste with leftover marinade while grilling.

Check for doneness; the flesh should flake easily.

Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.

Serve with lime wedges and fresh herbs.

Cooking Techniques

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