Ndiwo Ya Nsomba (zambian-style Fish And Chips)
Ndiwo Ya Nsomba is a traditional Zambian dish that features a flavorful combination of fish and chips, seasoned with local spices and herbs.
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge the tilapia fillets in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the fish fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a separate pot, heat vegetable oil for frying the potato fries.
- Fry the potato fries until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
- Serve the fried fish and chips hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Frying pan Skillet Mixing bowl Knife Cutting board
Tools
Tongs Slotted spoon Paper towels
Serving suggestions
Serve Ndiwo Ya Nsomba with a side of coleslaw and a refreshing drink like ginger beer.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, squeeze some fresh lemon juice over the fried fish before serving.
Cost
$15