Recipe
Angolan Fish, Greens & Okra Stew
Slow-cooked fish stew with leafy greens, okra, tomatoes and palm oil.
Ingredients
Method
Season the fish with half the salt and lime juice; rest for 10 minutes.
Heat the palm oil in a wide casserole. Layer in onion, garlic, chilli, tomatoes, okra and spinach.
Place the fish on top, pour in the water and remaining salt, then cover tightly.
Simmer gently for 35–40 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally rather than stirring.
Check the fish is opaque and flakes easily. Spoon the vegetables and sauce over rice or funge.
Notes
Use a wide pan so the fish sits in a single layer. Prawns can replace some of the fish and need only the final 5 minutes.
About this recipe
Calulu is a comforting Lusophone African stew in which fish and vegetables simmer together in a fragrant palm-oil broth.
Layer the ingredients in the pan and cook gently so the fish stays in pieces while the greens and okra soften around it.