Easy wetfry fish recipe/how to cook fish typically in an African way #fish @ascarskitchen

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken is often less expensive than fish.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

Clean and gut the fish, then pat dry with paper towels.

Marinate the fish with salt, turmeric, and lemon juice for 15-30 minutes.

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

Fry the marinated fish for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Remove the fish and set aside on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

In the same oil, add sliced onions and sauté until translucent.

Add minced garlic and ginger, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and green chilies, cooking until tomatoes soften.

Add coriander powder, cumin powder, black pepper, and salt; mix well.

Pour in a little water to create a sauce, and let simmer for 5 minutes.

Return the fried fish to the skillet, coating it with the sauce.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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