Visit Mukekethe emblematic fish of the Lake Tanganyikais a popular Burundian specialty. Its tender, flavorful flesh makes it an essential part of Burundian cuisine. Here's a simple recipe for preparing it at home.
Ingredients:
🔹 1 Mukeke fresh from Lake Tanganyika
🔹 2 tomatoes ripe
🔹 1 onion medium
🔹 2 garlic cloves
🔹 1 lemon
🔹 1 teaspoon of salt
🔹 1 cup peanut oil
🔹 1/2 liter ofwater
🔹 1 red pepper (optional)
🔹 1 sheet of laurel (optional)
Mukeke preparation :
1. Preparing and cleaning fish
- Scaling the Mukeke with a knife and wash well.
- Open the fish and remove entrailsrinse several times with clean water.
- Rub fish with lemon juice and a little salt to remove the strong smell.
- Do slight incisions on the skin to allow the oil to penetrate.
2. Seasoning and cooking
- Crush garliccut theonion into thin slices and chop the tomatoes.
- In a pot or large saucepan, heat oil and put the mukeke to fry
- Sauté onions until lightly browned.
- Add the tomatoes and simmer for a few minutes.
- Add water, salt and optional chilli and bay leaf.
- Plunge the Mukeke into the pot and cover.
- Cook over medium heat for 30 to 40 minutesThe mukeke is not to be turned or it will crash.
3. Finishing and tasting
- Check that the fish flesh is tender and soaked in the sauce.
- Serve hot with rice, fried plantains, potato chips or bugari or Uburobe.
- Sprinkle lightly with a little lemon juice before serving (optional)
Tips for an even tastier Mukeke :
✔️ Steam cooking For a lighter version, cook the Mukeke steamed with spices.
✔️ Wood-grilled Traditionally, Mukeke can be grilled over coals, giving it a unique smoky taste.
✔️ Add local spices A little ginger powder or paprika can add extra flavour.
Visit Mukeke is a true Burundian delight! This unique Lake Tanganyika is a symbol of local gastronomy, appreciated for its tender texture and refined taste.
Bon appétit! 😋
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