Medium
Malawian
Chambo Fry
Crispy fried tilapia from Lake Malawi, a street food favorite during fishing season.
25
Total Minutes
4
Servings
Cooking Times
10 min
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
25 min
Total Time
Ingredients (6 items)
4.00 fillets
Chambo fish
tilapia
0.50 cup
All-purpose flour
1.00 tsp
Salt
0.50 tsp
Black pepper
2.00 cups
Vegetable oil
for frying
2.00 tbsp
Lemon juice
Instructions (5 steps)
1
Season fish fillets with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
2
Coat fillets in flour, shaking off excess.
3
Heat oil to 350°F in a deep pan.
5 minutes
4
Fry fillets until golden and crispy, about 4 minutes per side.
8 minutes
5
Drain on paper towels, serve with kachumbari.