How To Make Trini Stew Fish | Foodie Nation

scotch bonnet pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeños provide similar heat with less intensity.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option.

fish

💰Cheaper: chicken

Chicken is often more affordable than fish.

lime

💰Cheaper: lemon

Lemon can be used as a more accessible citrus alternative.

Start with top quality king fish; dry off excess water with napkins.

Season the fish with black pepper, salt, thyme, and paprika; mix gently to coat.

Add about 2 tablespoons of lime juice to the fish and rub the seasonings all over it.

Allow the fish to marinate for about 15 to 20 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a pot to about 350 degrees Fahrenheit for frying.

In a bag, combine flour, paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper; shake to mix.

Add the marinated fish to the bag and shake to coat it evenly with the flour mixture.

Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil; fry for about 4 minutes, turning every 2 minutes for even cooking.

Remove the fish from the oil and set aside once golden brown and crispy.

In a separate pan, heat oil on medium to high heat to prepare the sauce.

Add minced ginger, garlic, and julienned onions to the pan; sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.

Mix in any additional local flavor ingredients, if desired, such as cream and peppers.

Continue to cook the aromatics until the onions are sweet and translucent.

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