Ivorian Fried Fish with Attiéké and Alloco by Cuisineivoirienne Et Dailleurs

Ingredients

• 2 whole tilapia or sea bream (approx. 400g each), cleaned
• 300g attiéké (fermented cassava semolina)
• 3 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced into chunks
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 500ml vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. Season the cleaned fish with salt, pepper, and minced garlic; let marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan to 180°C (350°F).
3. Fry the plantain chunks in batches for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and tender, then drain on paper towels.
4. Fry the seasoned fish in the same oil for 8-10 minutes per side until the skin is crispy and the meat is opaque.
5. Steam the attiéké in a microwave or steamer for 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
6. Serve the hot fried fish alongside the warm attiéké and fried plantains until ready to serve.