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Caldou (Casamance Fish & Lime Broth)

Caldou (Casamance Fish & Lime Broth)

Senegal

60Minutes
EasyLevel
5Serves
8Steps
About

A bright, tangy fish broth from the Diola people of Casamance in southern Senegal, sharpened with lime and served over lemon rice.

Equipment
  • Large pot
  • Knife
  • Ladle
  • Bowl
Ingredients
Whole fresh fish or thick steaks (tilapia/snapper)800 g
Onions2
Garlic4 cloves
Fresh limes3
Tomatoes2
Cassava300 g
Carrots2
Potatoes2
Scotch bonnet1
Palm oil or vegetable oil3 tbsp
Black pepper1 tsp
Stock cubes2
Water5 cups
Saltto taste

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