Makayabu: Stewed Salted Fish
Salted fish soaked and cooked with onion, garlic, bell pepper, tomato, and spices. Serves 4; preparation times are estimates.
Makayabu combines desalted salted fish with a simple vegetable and spice sauce. This version serves 4; hands-on time is an estimate, and the fish soaks for 30 minutes.
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Method
- 01
Soak the fish
Rinse the salted fish under cold water and soak it for 30 minutes. Drain it before using.
Ready to continue when: The fish is drained and ready to cook.
30 min - 02
Soften the vegetables
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent. Add the bell pepper and tomato and cook until softened.
Ready to continue when: The onion is translucent, and the bell pepper and tomato have softened.
- 03
Add the fish and spices
Add the drained fish, ground black pepper, and paprika. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10–15 minutes, until the fish is thoroughly hot and the flavors have come together. Taste before adding salt.
Ready to continue when: The fish is thoroughly hot, and the ingredients have come together in the sauce.
15 min
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