Samak Nil Maqli bil Dakwa (Khartoum Crispy Nile Fish with Peanut-Lime Salad) – Authentic Sudan Recipe
From the confluence of the Blue and White Nile: crisp fish served with cool, nutty dakwa salad.
- Country of Origin
- 🇸🇩 Sudan (North Africa, Africa)
- Dietary Profile
- pescatarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Coriander-and-garlic marinated white fish fillets fried crisp, Diced tomatoes, Cucumbers, Garlic, Cumin
Ingredients for Samak Nil Maqli bil Dakwa (Khartoum Crispy Nile Fish with Peanut-Lime Salad) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) coriander-and-garlic marinated white fish fillets fried crisp, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups diced tomatoes, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup cucumbers
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with garlic
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Sudan seasoning (cumin, coriander, roasted peanut butter, fresh lime juice)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and garlic for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add coriander-and-garlic marinated white fish fillets fried crisp and diced tomatoes along with cumin, coriander, roasted peanut butter, fresh lime juice, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with cucumbers and serve straight from the skillet.