Kenya Mtuzi wa Samaki Recipe

Kenya Mtuzi wa samaki Recipe is a tasty fish curry dish that originated on the tiny island of Zanzibar. The use of Indian-style curry is indicative of Zanzibar's history as a crossroads of trade.

Kenya Mtuzi wa Samaki Recipe Ingredients

4 to 6 servings

* Oil -- 3 tablespoons

* Fish filets, cut into serving portions -- 2 to 2 1/2 pounds

* Salt and pepper -- to taste

* Onion, chopped or sliced -- 1

* Red or green bell peppers, chopped or sliced -- 2

* Garlic, minced -- 6-8 cloves

* Tomatoes, seeded and chopped -- 1 cup

* Coconut milk -- 1 1/2 cups

* Garam masala or curry powder -- 2-3 teaspoons

* Tamarind paste or lemon juice -- 1-2 tablespoons

* Salt and pepper -- to taste

Directions to Make Mutuza Wa Samaki Recipe

1.Heat the oil over medium-high flame in a large skillet or pot.

Season the fish with salt and pepper. Sear the fish fillets on both sides and remove to a plate. Do not cook through.

2. Reduce the heat to medium and add the onions and peppers. Sauté until the onion is translucent. Add the garlic and sauté 1-2 minutes more.

3.Add the tomatoes, coconut milk, garam masala or curry powder, tamarind paste or lemon juice, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 6-8 minutes.

4.Add the fish fillets, cover and continue to simmer until the fish is cooked through, 5-10 minutes. Serve with rice, ugali, boiled potatoes, boiled cassava or chapatti.