Delight in the natural flavours of fresh tilapia with this simple Boiled Fresh Tilapia Fish recipe.
This straightforward method ensures tender, flaky fish filled with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic—a wholesome and satisfying dish for just any occasion.
Preparation and Cooking Time
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 2 fresh tilapia fish (cleaned and scaled)
- 6 cups water
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 big onion, sliced
- 4 tomatoes, sliced
- Coriander, leaves and stalks separated
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt, to taste
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the fresh-scaled tilapia fish under cold running water to remove any dirt or impurities.
Step 2
In a cooking pot, add a small amount of oil and let it heat for 1 minute.
Add onions, cook when it starts to turn golden brown add garlic and cook well till brown.
Step 3
Add the sliced tomatoes. Cook until the tomatoes soften and start to break down, forming a thick sauce. Then, add salt to taste.
Step 4
Add water and let it boil.
Carefully put the fish in the boiling water and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Add the coriander stalks and then cover to cook for 30 minutes.
Step 6
Continuously check the level of water as you add bit by bit till the fish is well cooked for another 30 minutes.
Step 7
Sprinkle the coriander leaves on top and cook for one minute.
Serving
- Serve the boiled fresh tilapia fish hot as a main course.
- It can be enjoyed with ugali, steamed rice, boiled potatoes, or a side of vegetables.
- Provide extra lemon wedges on the side for those who like an extra zesty kick.
Nutritional Information
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