A classic Nigerian stew where the star is the perfectly grilled croaker fish. The fish is marinated and grilled until tender, then carefully combined with a simmering stew peppers.
STEP 1: Prep the fish: de-scale fish and cut into steaks, add to a bowl and rinse with water and lemon juice. Then transfer the fish to a colander to drain excess moisture.
STEP 2: Marinate the fish: add garlic granules, onion powder, ginger powder, parsley and 1 teaspoon of bouillon powder to the fish and mix to combine. Cover it with a cling film and marinate for at least 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, grill the fish for a total of 20 minutes, 10 minutes on each side
STEP 3: While waiting for the fish to finish grilling or frying, blend the peppers and bring to boil on medium heat for about 10 minutes.
STEP 4: Cook the stew: place a pan on medium heat, add vegetable oil and heat until hot. Add chopped onions and stir fry until translucent. Then carefully add the boiled pepper to the oil and bring to boil for about 10 minutes.
STEP 5: Season the stew with salt and bouillon powder to taste, stir to combine and continue to cook for another 10 minutes or until you can see the oil floating on top of the stew.
STEP 6: Add the grilled fish to the stew and carefully mix to combine. Shred fresh basil or scent leaves to the stew and cover the pan with its lid. Continue to cook on low heat for another 5 minutes.
STEP 7: Take it off the heat and serve immediately.
