THE BEST CATFISH PEPPER SOUP | CONGOLESE STYLE | NGOLO | ALPHA'S KITCHEN

catfish

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: mackerel

Tilapia is lower in fat, while mackerel is often more affordable.

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: habanero peppers

Jalapeños offer a milder heat, while habaneros are often less expensive.

Heat sunflower oil in a pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant.

Stir in chopped plantain and cook until softened.

Add the catfish and cook for a few minutes.

Season with garlic powder, salt, fish cube, grains of selim, scotch bonnet pepper, and pepper soup seasoning; adjust to taste.

Add water or broth and bring to a simmer.

Incorporate chopped spring onions and fresh parsley before serving.

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