👨‍🍳 조리법

1. 1

   Marinate the Tilapia: Score the cleaned tilapia on both sides. In a bowl, combine crushed garlic, ginger, chopped parsley, green onions, bay leaf, white pepper, black pepper, salt, and thyme. Rub this mixture all over and inside the fish.

   💡 전문가 팁: Scoring the fish helps the marinade penetrate.
2. 2

   Let the fish marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or longer in the refrigerator.

3. 3

   Prepare the Sauce: Blend the fresh tomatoes, 2 large onions, and 2 fresh chilies until smooth.

4. 4

   Heat the peanut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the blended tomato mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the oil starts to separate, about 15-20 minutes.

   💡 전문가 팁: This step is crucial for developing the sauce's flavor.
5. 5

   Add the remaining marinade from the fish (if any), dried fish powder (if using), smoked shrimp powder (if using), 1.5 liters of water, 2 bay leaves, thinly sliced onion, a few green chilies, black pepper, ground coriander, and salt to taste. Stir well.

6. 6

   Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat and let it cook for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

7. 7

   Pan-fry the Tilapia: While the sauce simmers, heat a little oil in a separate frying pan. Pan-fry the marinated tilapia on both sides until golden brown and cooked through.

   💡 전문가 팁: Ensure the fish is cooked through but not dry.
8. 8

   To serve, prepare the roasted cassava flour (gari) according to package directions (usually by mixing with hot water to form a dough). Place a portion of gari on each plate. Ladle the rich tomato sauce over the gari, and top with the pan-fried tilapia.