Angolan Grilled Fish (mufete De Peixe)

Angolan Grilled Fish, also known as Mufete de Peixe, is a traditional Angolan dish that features flavorful grilled fish served with a spicy sauce. This dish is popular in Angolan cuisine and is perfect for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Angolan Grilled Fish (mufete De Peixe)

Ingredients

  • 4 whole fish (such as tilapia or sea bass)
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red chili pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup palm oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Clean and gut the fish, then make diagonal cuts on both sides.
  2. In a bowl, mix the tomatoes, onion, garlic, chili pepper, palm oil, cilantro, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
  3. Spread the marinade over the fish, making sure to get it into the cuts.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
  5. Grill the fish for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
  6. Serve the grilled fish with the remaining marinade as a sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Grill Tongs Bowl Knife Cutting board

Tools

Grill Tongs Bowl Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the grilled fish with a side of steamed rice and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure to oil the grill grates well to prevent the fish from sticking during grilling.

Cost

$20