Angolan Fish Porridge (pirão De Peixe)
Angolan Fish Porridge, or Pirão de Peixe, is a traditional Angolan dish that is hearty, comforting, and full of flavor. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers and is a popular choice in Angolan cuisine.
Ingredients
- 1 lb white fish fillets
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1 cup cassava flour
- 4 cups fish or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add the bell pepper and tomato, and cook until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the fish fillets and broth to the pot, and bring to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
- Remove the fish from the pot and set aside. Gradually add the cassava flour to the broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps, until it reaches a porridge-like consistency.
- Return the fish to the pot and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the Angolan Fish Porridge hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large pot Stirring spoon
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestion: Enjoy the Angolan Fish Porridge with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
Tips & tricks
Tip: Make sure to stir the cassava flour into the broth gradually to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth porridge consistency.
Cost
$15