Best 2 African Fish Stew Recipes

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Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

AFRICAN FISH STEW



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My husband is from Kenya and I have had to learn new recipes and styles of cooking. This is one I invented myself. It is nice and light and fast to cook. Perfect for the summer. You can serve with white rice or the Kenyan staple food ugali. Ugali consists of simply boiling water and then adding white corn meal until texture is solid.

Provided by Gina Gichuru

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood     Fish Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 cup seafood stock
¼ cup tomato paste
1 head bok choy, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon gumbo file powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 saffron threads, or to taste
3 pounds tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add seafood stock and tomato paste. Add bok choy, garlic, gumbo file, salt, pepper, and saffron; cook and stir until well incorporated, about 5 minutes. Add tilapia. Let simmer until flavors blend and fish flakes easily with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 125.6 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 74.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 488.9 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

AFRICAN FISH STEW



AFRICAN FISH STEW image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Fish     Quick & Easy     Fall     Healthy

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (1 1/4-pound) skinless cod or other firm white fish fillet
1 1/2 teaspoons Madras curry powder, divided
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 3/4 cups chopped tomato (2 large)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup light coconut milk
4 lemon wedges
Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Sprinkle fish with 3/4 teaspoon curry powder, 3/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. 2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add fish; cook 4 minutes or until deeply browned on bottom but undercooked on top (fish will finish cooking later in sauce). Remove fish from pan. 3. Add onion and bell pepper to pan; sauté 4 minutes or until tender. Add ginger and garlic; sauté 1 minute. Add remaining 3/4 teaspoon curry powder, remaining 3/8 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, tomato, and lemon juice. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 10 minutes or until tomato breaks down, stirring occasionally. Mash tomato with a wooden spoon. 4. Stir in coconut milk. Return fish along with accumulated juices to pan, browned side up. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 8 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Cut fish into 4 equal portions. Spoon sauce into individual, shallow bowls; top each with a piece of fish. Serve with lemon wedges and chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.

Tips:

  • Use fresh fish: Fresh fish will yield the best flavor and texture in your stew. If you're using frozen fish, be sure to thaw it completely before cooking.
  • Choose a variety of vegetables: The more vegetables you add to your stew, the more flavorful it will be. Some good vegetables to use include tomatoes, onions, peppers, carrots, and potatoes.
  • Season the stew well: Don't be afraid to add plenty of spices and herbs to your stew. Some good options include garlic, ginger, cumin, paprika, and thyme.
  • Simmer the stew for a long time: The longer you simmer the stew, the more the flavors will develop. Aim for at least 30 minutes, but you can simmer the stew for up to an hour or more.

Conclusion:

African fish stew is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold night. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its bold flavors and variety of textures, African fish stew is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give African fish stew a try. You won't be disappointed!

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