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Grilled fish with paprika

Grilled fish with paprika

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A simple yet delicious grilled fish dish, marinated with local spices for a unique flavor. Ideal for a light and flavorful meal.

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Recipe from Kittycataclysm, Kingaustin07 (Wikibooks), adapted by Recette de cuisine ·

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Chadian grilled fish is a popular dish in Chad, known for its simplicity and delicious flavor. Fresh fish is marinated with local spices, then grilled to perfection, creating a flavorful meal. It is often served with rice or millet for a complete experience.

Ingredients and directions

  • Prep time15 min
  • Cook time12 min
  • Total27 min
  • DifficultyEasy
  • CostBudget
  • Cooking methodgrill
  • Estimated cost$1.89 $0.47 / serving Estimated price; varies by store. Converted from euros at the ECB rate of October 7, 2026.

Ingredients

4 people
  • $0.13
  • $0.20
  • $0.88
  • $0.29
  • $0.19
  • $0.16
  • $0.04

Prices from US supermarkets for 5 of 7 ingredients; Belgian prices for the rest.

Directions

  1. Preheat your grill or barbecue to a medium-high temperature.
  2. In a bowl, combine the vegetable oil paint, paprika, ginger, garlic, cumin, cilantro, salt, and black pepper. ≈ 4 min
  3. Mix well to ensure a consistent marinade.
  4. Pat the fish dry with paper towels and place it on a plate or dish. ≈ 3 min
  5. Using a basting brush, generously apply the marinade to both sides of the fish.
  6. Make sure to thoroughly coat the fish for the best flavor. ≈ 3 min
  7. If you wish, you can leave the fish to marinate in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate.
  8. However, this step is optional, and you can proceed directly to the cooking stage if you are short on time. ≈ 3 min
  9. Once the grill is heated, lightly oil the grates to prevent food from sticking.
  10. You can use a folded paper towel soaked in vegetable oil paint and held in place with tongs. ≈ 2 min
  11. Carefully place the marinated fish on the grill and close the lid. ≈ 3 min
  12. Cook for approximately 4 to 5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the fish, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  13. While cooking, you can brush the fish with the remaining marinade using a brush to add flavor and moisture.
  14. Once the fish is fully cooked and slightly charred, remove it from the grill using tongs or a spatula.
  15. Be careful not to damage the delicate flesh. ≈ 3 min
  16. Serve hot, with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish. ≈ 2 min
  17. It pairs well with rice or millet, and can be served with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables.

The bill

Grilled fish with paprika

  • 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil paint$0.13
  • 1 tablespoon of paprika powder$0.20
  • 1 tablespoon of ground ginger$0.88
  • 1 teaspoon of powdered Allium sativum (garlic)$0.29
  • 1 tablespoon of ground cumin$0.19
  • 1 tablespoon of ground cilantro$0.16
  • salt$0.04

Total$1.89

that's $0.47 per person

Estimated price; varies by store.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil paint
  • 1 tablespoon of paprika powder
  • 1 tablespoon of ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon of powdered Allium sativum (garlic)
  • 1 tablespoon of ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon of ground cilantro
  • salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, with a strong flavour
  • 2 whole fresh fish (for example, tilapia or catfish), cleaned and scaled
  • Lemon slices, for serving

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