CAPE MALAY PICKLED FISH

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Cape Malay Pickled Fish image

This recipe is a traditional Easter time classic in Cape Town, South Africa. It is served mainly with hot cross buns or freshly baked bread.

Provided by NITSCKIE

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Meat and Seafood     Seafood

Time P1DT1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ cup vegetable oil for frying
3 pounds cod fillets, cut into 2 to 3 ounce portions
salt to taste
2 large onions, peeled and sliced into rings
2 cloves garlic, chopped
8 whole black peppercorns
4 whole allspice berries
3 bay leaves
1 red chile pepper, seeded and sliced lengthwise
2 cups red wine vinegar
½ cup water
½ cup packed brown sugar, or to taste
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the fish with salt and place in the skillet. Fry on both sides until fish is browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • Fry the onions and garlic in the same skillet over medium heat until translucent. Add the peppercorns, allspice berries, bay leaves, and red chile pepper. Pour in the vinegar and water and bring to a boil. Stir in the brown sugar until dissolved. Season with curry powder, turmeric, cumin and coriander. Taste and adjust the sweetness if desired.
  • Layer pieces of fish and the pickling mixture in a serving dish. Pour the liquid over until the top layer is covered. Allow to cool then cover and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 97.4 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 41.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 150.2 mg, Sugar 20.4 g

Willie Cook
[email protected]

This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The fish is perfectly cooked and the sauce is tangy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Phoebe Ofori
[email protected]

This dish is a great way to use up leftover fish. It's also a good option for a potluck or party.


Kole Marks
[email protected]

I'm not a big fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The pickling process takes away the fishy taste and leaves you with a delicious, flavorful dish.


shaa Qlassique
[email protected]

This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The fish is fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is delicious.


Nila Official 01
[email protected]

I served this dish with rice and a side of vegetables. It was a delicious and satisfying meal.


A Bc
[email protected]

This recipe is a bit spicy, but you can adjust the amount of chili pepper to your liking.


Shawkat Khan
[email protected]

I love the tangy flavor of the pickling liquid. It really brightens up the dish.


Isabel Taylor
[email protected]

This dish is a great way to use up leftover fish. It's also a good option for a potluck or party.


Nazir Majeed
[email protected]

I've never had Cape Malay pickled fish before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. It's a unique and delicious dish that I'll definitely be making again.


Lilliana Jaidy
[email protected]

This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The fish is perfectly cooked and the sauce is tangy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Lisa Parker
[email protected]

I'm not a big fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The pickling process takes away the fishy taste and leaves you with a delicious, flavorful dish.


Tariq Iqbal
[email protected]

This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The fish is fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is delicious.


Kwanda Gumede
[email protected]

I love the combination of spices in this recipe. The fish is so flavorful and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Ramzan Khan
[email protected]

This Cape Malay pickled fish recipe is a winner! The flavors are bold and complex, and the fish is cooked to perfection. I served it with rice and a side of vegetables, and it was a hit with my family.


Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #60-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #main-ingredient     #cuisine     #preparation     #south-african     #lunch     #main-dish     #seafood     #african     #refrigerator     #fish     #stove-top     #saltwater-fish     #equipment     #presentation     #served-cold