👉 How to Cook Mbuta (Nile Perch) | Easy & Delicious Kenyan Fish Recipe

nile perch fillets

🥗Healthier: tilapia fillets

💰Cheaper: catfish fillets

Tilapia is a leaner fish with a similar texture.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

Clean and fillet the nile perch, removing any skin and bones.

Pat the fillets dry with a paper towel.

Season the fillets with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Drizzle lemon juice over the fillets and let marinate for 15-20 minutes.

In a bowl, mix flour and cornmeal together for coating.

Dredge each fillet in the flour-cornmeal mixture, ensuring even coverage.

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

Carefully place the coated fillets in the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary.

Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

Remove the fillets and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

In the same pan, sauté chopped onion, tomato, and green bell pepper until softened.

Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Serve the fried fish topped with the sautéed vegetables and garnish with fresh coriander and lime.

Cooking Techniques

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