Bream Fish Dish (matemba Madness)
Bream Fish Dish (Matemba Madness) is a traditional Zimbabwean dish that features the delicious flavors of bream fish, a popular freshwater fish in the region. This dish is a perfect representation of Zimbabwean cuisine, known for its use of fresh ingredients and bold spices.
Ingredients
- 4 bream fish fillets
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Season the bream fish fillets with salt, pepper, paprika, coriander, and cumin.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the seasoned bream fish fillets to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through.
- Add the diced tomatoes to the pan and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat and serve the bream fish hot, garnished with fresh coriander.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Frying pan Spatula Knife Cutting board
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serve the Bream Fish Dish with sadza (a traditional Zimbabwean cornmeal dish) and a side of steamed greens for a complete and authentic meal.
Tips & tricks
For the best flavor, use fresh bream fish fillets and adjust the seasoning to your preference.
Cost
$15