How to cook Kapenta fish with Eggplants . Easy and yummy Malawian recipe.

kapenta fish

🥗Healthier: fresh sardines

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Canned sardines are often more affordable and readily available.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is typically less expensive.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs can be more convenient and cost-effective.

eggplants

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cucumbers

Zucchini can provide a similar texture at a lower cost.

Rinse and soak kapenta fish in water for 10 minutes.

Slice eggplants into rounds and sprinkle with salt; let sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.

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

Fry the kapenta fish until crispy and golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove the fish and drain on paper towels.

In the same skillet, add sliced eggplants and fry until golden and tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and green bell peppers; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Return the fried kapenta fish to the skillet and mix gently with the vegetables.

Season with salt, black pepper, and coriander to taste.

Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

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