Congolese Makayabu/Salt Fish Recipe Part 1

smoked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Canned fish provides a budget-friendly alternative with similar flavors.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive while still being a neutral cooking oil.

Prepare the smoked fish by rinsing it under cold water to remove excess salt.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and bell peppers, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Incorporate the smoked fish into the mixture, gently breaking it apart.

Season with salt, black pepper, and coriander, mixing well.

Pour in lime juice and stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Wrap the mixture in banana leaves, creating a parcel.

Place the wrapped parcel on a grill or in a steamer, cooking for 15-20 minutes until heated through.

Remove from heat and unwrap carefully, serving hot.

Cooking Techniques

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