Ika Lolo (grilled Fish With Lime And Chilli)
Ika Lolo is a traditional Tuvaluan dish that features grilled fish marinated in lime and chilli, creating a flavorful and aromatic meal.
Ingredients
- 4 fish fillets (such as tuna or mahi-mahi)
- 2 limes, juiced
- 2 red chillies, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the lime juice, chopped chillies, coconut milk, and salt to create the marinade.
- Place the fish fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let them marinate for 10 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the fish for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and has grill marks.
- Serve the grilled fish with lime wedges and additional chopped chillies for extra heat, if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 30g
- Fat
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
Supplies
Grill Shallow dish
Tools
Tongs Knife Bowl
Serving suggestions
Ika Lolo is best served with steamed rice and a side of fresh salad.
Tips & tricks
For a milder flavor, remove the seeds from the red chillies before chopping them.
Cost
$15