Fried Snapper with Spicy Tomato Sauce (Vivaneau Frit avec Sauce Tomate Pimentée)

Vivaneau Frit avec Sauce Tomate Pimentée is a popular dish in Benin cuisine, featuring crispy fried snapper served with a spicy tomato sauce. This flavorful and aromatic dish is perfect for a special dinner or gathering.

Fried Snapper with Spicy Tomato Sauce (Vivaneau Frit avec Sauce Tomate Pimentée)

Ingredients

  • 4 snapper fillets
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the snapper fillets with salt and black pepper.
  2. Dredge the fillets in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the fillets until golden brown and crispy. Set aside.
  4. In the same pan, sauté the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until softened.
  5. Add the diced tomatoes, paprika, cayenne pepper, sugar, and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes to make the spicy tomato sauce.
  6. Serve the fried snapper with the spicy tomato sauce, garnished with fresh parsley.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Frying pan Spatula Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Vivaneau Frit avec Sauce Tomate Pimentée with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra heat, add more cayenne pepper to the spicy tomato sauce according to your preference.

Cost

$20