Fish (Asa) Gulash recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
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Fish (asa) Gulash Recipe

Inspired by Erta Ale Ethiopian
Time40m
Serves4

Fish onion tomato garlic turmeric spices Serve with injera or rice.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Chop the onion, tomatoes, and mince the garlic. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the Onions

    In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they are translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Garlic and Spices

    Stir in the minced garlic, turmeric, cumin, coriander, chili powder, and salt. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add Tomatoes

    Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot and simmer for about 10 minutes until the tomatoes break down and create a sauce.

  5. 5

    Cook the Fish

    Gently add the asa (fish) to the pot, ensuring it is well coated with the sauce. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the fish is cooked through.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the fish gulash hot with injera or rice.

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