Funafuti Garlic-Chili Flying Fish Skillet – Authentic Tuvalu Recipe
Pan-crisped ocean fillets tossed with sizzling garlic, chili, and fresh lime.
- Country of Origin
- 🇹🇻 Tuvalu (Polynesia, Oceania)
- Dietary Profile
- pescatarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Firm white fish fillets, Sliced bell peppers, Scallions, Garlic, Red chili
Ingredients for Funafuti Garlic-Chili Flying Fish Skillet (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) firm white fish fillets, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups sliced bell peppers, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup scallions
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with garlic
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Tuvalu seasoning (red chili, lime juice, coconut oil)
- 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 firm white fish fillets and sliced bell peppers along with red chili, lime juice, coconut oil, 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 scallions and serve straight from the skillet.