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Peri Peri Fish Fry

Cultural Context

Originating from Portuguese cuisine, Peri Peri Fish Fry showcases the vibrant flavors of African bird's eye chili, a key ingredient in peri peri sauce. This dish is often celebrated for its spicy, tangy profile, making it a favorite in coastal regions where seafood is abundant. Today, peri peri has transcended its origins, inspiring variations around the world, especially in South Africa and the UK, where it is commonly served in restaurants and homes alike.

PortuguesePTmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb red pomfret fish
1 tablespoon ginger
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken breasts

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

peri peri sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade chili sauce

💰Cheaper: hot sauce

Homemade sauce can be tailored to taste and is often cheaper than store-bought.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while all-purpose is a common pantry staple.

1

Cut the red pomfret fish into pieces.

2

Grind ginger and garlic together.

3

Mix the ground ginger and garlic with turmeric powder, chili powder, salt, and lemon juice to create a marinade.

4

Coat the fish pieces with the marinade thoroughly.

5

Heat oil in a pan until hot.

6

Fry the marinated fish pieces in the hot oil until crispy and golden brown.

7

Serve the fried fish hot.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingfrying

Equipment Needed

large skilletmixing bowltongspaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatariangluten-free

Allergens

fishgluten

Also Known As

Piri Piri FishPeri Peri Fried Fish

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