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.

Ndiwo Ya Nsomba (zambian-style Fish And Chips)

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

  1. In a bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Dredge the tilapia fillets in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Fry the fish fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. In a separate pot, heat vegetable oil for frying the potato fries.
  6. Fry the potato fries until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
  7. 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