Zambian fried tilapia

Name: Zambian fried tilapia
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Zambie
Ingredients: 700 g boneless tilapia fillets; 45 g vegetable oil; 2 g salt

Zambian fried tilapia : boneless tilapia fillets.

Ingredients

700 g boneless tilapia fillets
45 g vegetable oil
2 g salt

Preparation

⚖️ Weigh the ingredients for 4 servings and prepare the utensils.

🧻 Pat 700 g boneless tilapia fillets thoroughly dry before cooking.

🥄 Add 2 g salt and stir gently.

🐟 Heat the oil without smoking; fry the fillets for 4–6 minutes per side, depending on thickness.

✅ Fish should be opaque throughout and flake easily; check for bones when serving.

🧻 Transfer the fillets to kitchen paper and drain briefly.

⏳ Turn off the heat and rest for 5 minutes before serving.

🍽️ Divide into 4 servings and serve warm, with sides separately.