Peixe Grelhado com Molho de Amendoim
A flavorful grilled fish dish served with a rich and savory peanut sauce, a staple in Guinean cuisine.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1.5 kg Whole fish (e.g., sea bream or snapper)(cleaned and scaled)
- 200 g Peanuts(roasted, unsalted)
- 1 medium Onion(chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 inch piece Ginger(grated)
- 400 g Tomatoes(crushed or pureed)
- 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 optional Chili pepper(finely chopped, adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare the peanut sauce: Grind the roasted peanuts into a fine paste. You can use a food processor or mortar and pestle.
💡 Tip: If using a food processor, add a little water to help create a smooth paste. - 2
In a pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and chopped chili pepper (if using). Cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- 5
Add the peanut paste to the pot, stirring well to combine. Gradually add water (about 1-2 cups) to reach your desired sauce consistency. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is rich and creamy.
💡 Tip: The sauce should be thick but pourable. - 6
Stir in lime juice, salt, and black pepper to taste. Set the peanut sauce aside.
💡 Tip: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. - 7
Prepare the fish: Score the fish on both sides with a few diagonal cuts. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- 8
Grill the fish over medium-high heat (or on a grill pan) for about 10-15 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until cooked through and flaky.
💡 Tip: Brush grill grates with oil to prevent sticking. - 9
Serve the grilled fish hot, generously topped with the prepared peanut sauce.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure peanuts are well-roasted for the best flavor.
- ✓Adjust the amount of chili to your spice preference.
- ✓If the peanut sauce becomes too thick, add a little more water or broth.
🔄 Variations
- Add some chopped cilantro or parsley to the peanut sauce for freshness.
- Marinate the fish in lime juice, garlic, and ginger before grilling for extra flavor.