"Surinamese Téloh (Fried Cassava) With Cod Fish Recipe" "Recipes from Suriname" [ASMR]

cod fish

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tilapia is lower in cost and still provides a mild flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while canola is often less expensive.

Peel and cut cassava into thick slices.

Boil cassava in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes.

Drain cassava and let cool slightly before mashing.

Mix mashed cassava with lime juice, salt, and black pepper.

Shape the mixture into patties or cakes.

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

Fry the cassava patties until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove patties and drain on paper towels.

In a separate pan, sauté chopped onion, garlic, and bell peppers until soft.

Add cod fish to the sautéed vegetables and cook until heated through.

Combine the cod mixture with the cassava patties and garnish with cilantro.

Serve hot with hot sauce on the side.

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