Cameroonian Roasted Salmon with plantains
Salmon marinated with a blend of fresh herbs and some traditional Cameroonian spices and grilled to perfections. Serve with some sweet fried plantains
Equipment
- gas or charcoal grill
- grill basket
Ingredients
- 2-3 lbs Kvaroy Arctic fresh salmon fillet
- 1/2 small yellow onion
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1/4 inch cube ginger
- 1 small habanero or scotch bonnet pepper
- 1 sprig of parsley
- 1 inch length celery
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1/4 tsp contri onion
- 1 whole pebe
- 3 njangsa seeds
- 1 Tbsp canola oil
- salt to taste
Instructions
- soak njangsa seeds in water for 10-15 minutes while you prep the other ingredients. Roast pebe on coals ( or broil) until it just starts to smoke.
- Add all ingredients into a blender with just a little bit of water and blend until smooth, Stir in about a tablespoon of canola oil. Season to taste
- Use half of this marinade to generously rub salmon fillet. Set aside while you preheat grill to 425-450 degrees.
- Brush fish with some canola or grape seed oil, place on a grill basket and safely transfer to grill. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes. Carefully flip grill basket and cook for another 3-5 minutes or until it easily flakes with a fork.
- Serve with plantains and pepper or your favorite side.