Grilled Tilapia with Coconut Rice (Inyama ye Tilapia n'Ubugali bw'Amata)

Inyama ye Tilapia n'Ubugali bw'Amata is a popular dish in Rwandan cuisine, featuring grilled tilapia served with coconut rice. The combination of flavors and textures makes this dish a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

Grilled Tilapia with Coconut Rice (Inyama ye Tilapia n'Ubugali bw'Amata)

Ingredients

  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 2 cups of rice
  • 1 can of coconut milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika
  • 1 teaspoon of curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Start by marinating the tilapia fillets with salt, black pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Let them sit for 10 minutes.
  2. In a pot, heat the vegetable oil and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes, paprika, and curry powder. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and bring it to a gentle boil. Add the rice, reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
  5. While the rice is cooking, preheat a grill or grill pan. Grill the marinated tilapia fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have grill marks.
  6. Serve the grilled tilapia with the coconut rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
380 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
25g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Grill or grill pan Pot Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Grill tongs Pot lid

Serving suggestions

Serve the Inyama ye Tilapia n'Ubugali bw'Amata with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the grilled tilapia before serving.

Cost

$15