Tilapia du Lac Victoria en Sauce Tomate-Gingembre (Lake Victoria Fish Braise) – Authentic Uganda Recipe
Fresh Lake Victoria tilapia simmered in a tangy, aromatic tomato and green pepper sauce.
- Country of Origin
- 🇺🇬 Uganda (East Africa, Africa)
- Dietary Profile
- pescatarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Crisp pan-seared whole or filleted tilapia, Vibrant tomato, Green bell pepper, Fresh grated ginger, 5 cloves garlic
Ingredients for Tilapia du Lac Victoria en Sauce Tomate-Gingembre (Lake Victoria Fish Braise) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) crisp pan-seared whole or filleted tilapia, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups vibrant tomato, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup green bell pepper
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with fresh grated ginger
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Uganda seasoning (5 cloves garlic, lemon juice, cilantro)
- 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 fresh grated ginger for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add crisp pan-seared whole or filleted tilapia and vibrant tomato along with 5 cloves garlic, lemon juice, cilantro, 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 green bell pepper and serve straight from the skillet.