FRIED SALTED FISH/ SALTED FISH RECIPE/ HOW TO PREPARE SALTED FISH/ ZAMBIAN FOOD

salted fish

🥗Healthier: fresh fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Fresh fish offers a lighter option, while canned fish is often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat source, while canola oil is typically less expensive.

Soak salted fish in water for 1-2 hours to reduce saltiness.

Drain the fish and pat dry with paper towels.

Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the fish in batches until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes per side.

Remove the fish and drain on paper towels.

In the same pan, sauté garlic and onion until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Add bell pepper and scallions, cooking until softened, about 3 minutes.

Return the fish to the pan, tossing gently to combine with the vegetables.

Squeeze lime juice over the fish before serving.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

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