Chambo

Lake Malawi tilapia grilled whole with lemon.

Ingredients

• 2 Tilapia
• 2 Lemon
• 5 cloves Garlic
• 2 tbsp Ginger
• 1 Chili
• 4 tbsp Oil
• 2 Tomatoes
• 1 Onion
• 2 tsp Salt

Method

1. Score the fish — Cut diagonal slashes into both sides so the seasoning reaches the flesh.
2. Season — Rub with garlic, ginger, chili, lemon, oil and salt and rest 30 minutes.
3. Grill — Cook over medium charcoal for 8 minutes a side, turning once only so the skin does not tear.
4. Make the relish — Cook the tomato and onion into a simple sauce.
5. Chambo is ready — Serve with nsima and the tomato relish.

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