Ndiwo Ya Nsomba (zambian-style Fish Burger)
Ndiwo Ya Nsomba is a traditional Zambian dish that is typically made with fish and served with a side of nshima (a maize-based porridge). In this recipe, we'll put a modern twist on this classic dish by creating a Zambian-style fish burger that is packed with flavor and perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 4 fish fillets
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 egg
- 4 burger buns
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced onions
- Mayonnaise
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the fish fillets, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, and egg. Mix well to form a firm mixture.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the fish patties for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Toast the burger buns in a separate pan or toaster until lightly golden.
- Assemble the burgers by placing a fish patty on the bottom half of each bun, then topping with lettuce, tomato slices, onion slices, and a dollop of mayonnaise. Cover with the top half of the bun.
- Serve the Ndiwo Ya Nsomba (Zambian-style Fish Burgers) with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Frying pan Spatula Bowl Knife Cutting board
Tools
Toaster (optional)
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the fish burgers with a side of coleslaw, potato wedges, or a fresh salad.
Tips & tricks
Tips: You can customize the level of spiciness in the fish patties by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your taste preferences.
Cost
$15