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Senegalese Caldou Braised Whitefish In Citrus Broth

Name: Senegalese Caldou Braised Whitefish In Citrus Broth
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Senegalese
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs cod fillets, cut into 4 portions; 2 tbsp red palm oil; 1 large yellow onion, cut into rings; 3 tbsp fresh lime juice; 8 piece fresh okra pods, trimmed; 1 whole habanero pepper; 2 cups halal vegetable broth; 4 stalk scallions, chopped

A delicate West African coastal broth infused with fresh lime juice, whole chili, okra pods, and tender whitefish fillets.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min

Technique to learn

Infused Broth Poaching

Gently simmering whole chili and citrus juice before adding fish creates a fragrant liquid that cooks delicate fillets without drying them out.

Instructions

Step 1: Season cod fillets lightly with sea salt and black pepper; let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Heat red palm oil in a wide shallow pot over medium heat, then add onion rings and chopped scallions, sautéing for 4 minutes.

Step 3: Pour in vegetable broth and fresh lime juice, then drop the whole habanero pepper into the center of the pot.

Step 4: Bring broth to a gentle simmer, cover, and let aromatics infuse for 5 minutes.

Step 5: Add trimmed okra pods and nestle cod fillets gently into simmering broth.

Step 6: Cover tightly and simmer gently over low heat for 8 to 10 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Step 7: Discard habanero pepper and ladle fish, okra, and warm citrus broth into wide shallow serving bowls.

Cooking tips

Use red palm oil for an authentic golden hue and distinct earthy aroma, or substitute olive oil if unavailable.
Simmer on low heat to prevent delicate whitefish fillets from breaking apart during poaching.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Senegalese; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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