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Saturday 11 April 2020

FISH FINGERS WITH MINTY YOGHURT DIP


I love love fish fingers! I tasted them the first time at a restaurant and immediately fell in love with them. I had them with tzatziki sauce which I hope to make pretty soon. 

Wednesday 2 January 2019

SALMON - PROTEIN OF THE WEEK


Salmon is the common name for several species of ray-finned fish in the family Salmonidae. Other fish in the same family include trout, char, grayling and whitefish. There are different types of salmon including Atlantic salmon, Chinook salmon, Chum salmon, Coho salmon, Masu salmon or cherry salmon, Pink salmon  and Sockeye salmon. 

Sunday 30 December 2018

GINGER GARLIC BALSAMIC FISH FINGERS


I've never made fish fingers before and I really do not know why I never did, but am glad I made them. Totally delicious and warm and such spicy. Its the second last day of 2018! It just hit me and am here anticipating the coming year yet I already miss this year that is coming to a close. It's been a bit of a roller coaster with both the good and the bad, yet I cannot regret it. Well, back to fish fingers. I love how simple and fast this recipe is. Fish is not only delicious but full of nutrients like omega fats that are great for your body and health. You can choose to make the fish fingers spicy or just add herbs to have that earthy taste.

Monday 10 July 2017

OMENA FISH - KENYAN FOOD STORY

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Today I bring you a Kenyan Traditional Food - Omena Fish. Omena is a silver Cyprinid, a species of ray finned fish in the family Cyprinidae. I know I'm taking you back to class but there's no simpler translation of Omena. So lets just say it's a small fish that resembles Sardines. Omena Fish is mostly found in Lake Victoria which is in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. This small fish has survived the test of time and has been available in many Kenyans' tables from generation to generation. I tell you Omena will out live us! Fishing has been an old way of life for many Kenyan households especially those living around Lakes and the Ocean.You will find fishermen early in the morning with their nightly catch already selling at the Lake side and Sea shore.In Kenya the town that is most associated with Omena fishing is Kisumu that is just next to the Lake. Omena is fish that is dried in the sun and preserved with salt. When cooking Omena Fish there are those who insist on cooking it just like that, but a bit of soaking especially with warm water just for a few minutes is okay so as to reduce sodium intake. I like cooking my Omena Fish 'dry fry' where you just fry your Onions, Tomatoes, add salt, cooking oil and any spice of your choice and just tossing for a bit to coat everything. But if I am cooking for many I have to add a little liquid to make the soup. When you go to an eating place, what we call "kibanda" or "kibandaski" and hear someone ordering "kisumu boys" just know they are ordering Omena Fish. This particular Omena Fish is one that is deep fried and then preserved with salt, that is why it is oily like that, otherwise sun dried Omena Fish is usually a bit dull and dry.

Wednesday 21 June 2017

GREEN CHILI FISH STEW

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I love Fish, all kinds of Sea Food anyway. Whether it is stewed or fried, Fish is a delicious meal to have whenever you have a craving for Sea Food. Since it is cold nowadays why not warm yourself up with Fresh Tilapia Fish Stew. I love how this meal is so easy to prepare and you only need to use very few ingredients. You can even decide to be adventurous and make the dish your own, but today I like it simple and nice. Such a warm way to finish your day with a light and delicious Fish Stew that will not make you break a sweat in the Kitchen. Not only is the Tilapia Fish Stew nutritious, it is delightful and very filling, don't be surprised if you find yourself licking your fingers because trust me, the dish is that delicious.Tilapia Fish is a White Fish that is mild, Low in Calories and also Low Fat, for those who are health conscious and would like something yummy yet still healthy. Tilapia Fish is also high in Vitamin B12 which is essential for properly forming Red Blood Cells, which the Brain needs to help protect your nerve endings. Not only do you get to enjoy Tilapia Fish, you build your brain as well, isn't that just awesome, what I like to call Win-Win situation. So enjoy some delicious Fresh Tilapia Fish Stew and let me know your thoughts on Fish delicacies.

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Maira Gall