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South African Pickled Fish Recipe

South African Pickled Fish Recipe

It is a preparation of fish, typically firm-fleshed varieties like snoek, yellowtail, or kingklip, that are marinated in a distinctive blend of spices and vinegar.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: South African
Keyword: South African Pickled Fish Recipe
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 463 kcal
South African Pickled Fish Recipe

Equipment

  • Large pot for marinating fish
  • Mixing bowls for preparing marinade
  • Airtight containers for storing leftovers
  • Cutting board and knife for slicing onions
  • Cooking spoon for stirring the marinade
  • Plastic wrap or foil for covering dishes during marination
  • Refrigerator for storing marinating fish

Ingredients

  • 4 1/2 lbs fish firm fish fillets
  • 6 large onions peeled and sliced
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 1/2 oz flour
  • 1 tsp black pepper ground
  • 2 tsp turmeric
  • 8 fl oz vinegar
  • 8 fl oz water
  • 4 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp jam apricot
  • 1 tbsp pepper corns black
  • 1 tbsp coriander seeds
  • 5 bay leaves
  • 2 tbsp roasted masala
  • 1 tbsp corn flour mixed with Vegetable oil

Instructions

  • Use flour to coat the fish, then season with salt and pepper. Warm the oil in a big skillet and lightly fry the fish for about 2 minutes on each side.
  • Set aside on a piece of paper to drain.
  • Then, bring the water and vinegar to a simmer in a big pot. Cook for 8-10 minutes after including the onions, sugar, salt, spices, jam, and bay leaves.
  • Next, add the corn flour mixture and mix it up thoroughly. Make sure all the fish is covered by the curry sauce before transferring the fish, onions, and sauce to a large heat-proof dish.
  • Once cooled, cover the bowl or container and place it in the fridge for at least a few hours, preferably overnight.

Notes

Use fresh and firm-fleshed fish for the best results.
Slice onions thinly to evenly distribute their flavor in the marinade.
Allow the fish to marinate for at least 24 hours for optimal taste.
Taste the marinade and adjust the seasoning to your preference before adding the fish.
Keep the fish pieces uniform in size for even marination.
Use a glass or ceramic bowl for marinating to avoid reacting with acidic ingredients.
Keep the marinating fish refrigerated during the entire marination process.

Nutrition

Calories: 463kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 71g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 170mg | Sodium: 181mg | Potassium: 1110mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 4mg
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