Nile Perch of the White Nile with Dakwa Peanut-Lime Salad – Authentic South Sudan Recipe
Fresh White Nile fish fried golden and served with South Sudan’s signature nutty peanut-lime salad.
- Country of Origin
- 🇸🇸 South Sudan (East Africa, Africa)
- Dietary Profile
- pescatarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Crisp cumin-and-garlic dusted Nile perch/white fish fillets, Tomato, Cucumber, Cumin, Coriander
Ingredients for Nile Perch of the White Nile with Dakwa Peanut-Lime Salad (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) crisp cumin-and-garlic dusted Nile perch/white fish fillets, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups tomato, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup cucumber
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with cumin
- 1.5 tbsp traditional South Sudan seasoning (coriander, garlic, roasted peanut paste, fresh lime)
- 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 cumin for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add crisp cumin-and-garlic dusted Nile perch/white fish fillets and tomato along with coriander, garlic, roasted peanut paste, fresh lime, 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 cucumber and serve straight from the skillet.