Gongura Fish Recipe
Fish cooked in a blend of gongura sauce, onions, fresh herbs and spices.
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Ingredients
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Gongura Sauce
Fish Preparation
Method
Prepare Gongura Sauce
- 1
Cook the Gongura and Spices
In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the gongura leaves and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they wilt.
- 2
Add Aromatics
Add the green chilies, garlic cloves, and ginger to the pan. Sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- 3
Blend the Mixture
Transfer the mixture to a blender, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and blend until smooth to create the gongura sauce.
Prepare Fish
- 4
Marinate the Fish
In a bowl, mix the fish fillets with turmeric powder, red chili powder, and chopped onions. Allow it to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 5
Cook the Fish
In a non-stick pan, heat a little oil and cook the marinated fish fillets on medium heat for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- 6
Combine and Serve
Once the fish is cooked, pour the prepared gongura sauce over the fish fillets and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.
