Fricassee of Chatrou and Plantain Bananas Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Chatrou fish, cleaned and cut into pieces
• 2 ripe Plantain bananas, peeled and sliced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons water

Instructions:

1. Season the Chatrou with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
3. Add the Chatrou fish and fry until golden brown on both sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. Add the sliced plantain bananas to the same pan and fry until golden brown on both sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
5. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the same pan and sauté until the onion is translucent.
6. Add the thyme leaves, black pepper, salt, tomato paste, and chicken broth to the pan. Stir well and bring to a boil.
7. Reduce the heat to low and add the fried Chatrou fish and sliced plantain bananas to the pan. Simmer for 5-10 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce has thickened.
8. In a small bowl, mix the all-purpose flour with water until smooth. Add this mixture to the pan and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened even more.
9. Remove from the heat and serve hot.

Verdict:

This Fricassee of Chatrou and Plantain Bananas recipe is a delicious and hearty meal that’s perfect for any occasion. The combination of tender Chatrou fish and sweet plantains cooked in a flavorful sauce is truly irresistible.

Serving Suggestions:

This dish is best served over a bed of steamed rice. You can also serve it with a side of sautéed vegetables for added nutrition and color.