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Sierra Leone Roast Fish

Cultural Context

Sierra Leone Roast Fish is a beloved dish that showcases the coastal country's rich fishing heritage. Traditionally prepared for gatherings and celebrations, it highlights the use of local spices and fresh ingredients. The dish reflects the communal spirit of Sierra Leonean culture, where sharing food is a way to bring people together. Today, variations can be found in many coastal regions of West Africa, adapting to local tastes and available ingredients.

Sierra LeoneanSLmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup peanut butter
3 medium tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 lb jumbo fish
1 tablespoon seasoning
4 cups salad greens
1 medium cucumber
8 oz Zwan Luncheon meat
1/2 cup ranch dressing
1 can baked beans

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

whole fish

🥗Healthier: filleted fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Filleted fish is easier to prepare, while canned fish is more affordable.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat profile, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño provides heat with fewer calories, while bell pepper is milder and more affordable.

seasoning cube

🥗Healthier: homemade spice mix

💰Cheaper: salt

A homemade mix can be healthier and cheaper than commercial cubes.

1

Prepare the peanut butter sauce by mixing it with a little water to achieve a smooth consistency.

2

Chop the tomatoes and cucumber for the salad, and mix them with the salad greens in a bowl.

3

Slice the Zwan Luncheon meat and add it to the salad mixture.

4

In a separate bowl, combine the ranch dressing with the salad ingredients and toss well.

5

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat if grilling the fish.

6

Season the fish with salt and black pepper, and place it on the grill.

7

Cook the fish for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and flaky.

8

Serve the grilled fish alongside the salad and baked beans.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Grilled FishRoasted Fish

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