How to Make the Perfect African Dish with this Great Stockfish

£1.10£28.90

Stockfish is unsalted fish, especially cod, dried by cold air and wind on wooden racks (which are called “hjell” in Norway) on the foreshore. The drying of food is the world’s oldest known preservation method, and dried fish has a storage life of several years. The method is cheap and effective in suitable climates; the work can be done by the fisherman and family, and the resulting product is easily transported to market.

Stockfish Full of Flavour

In the first place, it is a unique and it is a delicacy in the culinary traditions of several African countries.

Furthermore, it has a distinctive flavour, stockfish is a popular ingredient and as well in many traditional African dishes.

Originally from Norway, stockfish is made by air-drying fresh codfish under specific weather conditions.

Actually, this traditional preservation technique dates back centuries and was introduced to Africa.

In addition, the dried fish is firm, and has a long shelf life, ideal for long journeys and storage.

In West Africa, particularly in Nigeria and Ghana too, in fact stockfish plays a prominent role in local cuisine.

It is a staple ingredient used to enhance the flavour of soups, stews, and other traditional dishes.

How Stockfish is Cook

More over, one popular Nigerian dish is Egusi soup, which combines egusi seeds with vegetables and various meats, and stockfish

Actually, the distinctive flavour of stockfish adds depth and flavour and complexity to the soup, making it a truly satisfying meal.

In Ghana, for the preparation of Kontomire stew, a delicious dish with cocoyam leaves and palm fruits.

Moving further, to the South in Cameroon, stockfish finds its place in Ndole is a signature dish of the region.

Ndole is a delicious combination of bitter leaves, peanuts and spices, along with meat and stockfish.

The stockfish adds smoky, flavour to balances the bitterness taste and elevates the overall taste of the dish.

Besides for soups and stews, it is also a snack or appetizer in many African households.

It can be fried, grilled or roasted resulting in a crispy and flavourful treat.

In conclusion, stockfish is a versatile ingredient for various African culinary cultures.

More reading about Egusi soup

 

WeightN/A
TYPE

Stockfish Fillets, Stockfish Heads, Collar Bones

Size

250g x 1, 1kg x 1, 400g x 1, 250g x 10, 80g x 10, 100g x 10