🇨🇻 Cape Verdean Cuisine

Torresmo de Atum

Fried Tuna Bites

Prep Time 20 min

Servings 4

Difficulty Easy

Calories 284 kcal

Crispy cubes of marinated tuna deep-fried until golden and crunchy, served as an irresistible Cape Verdean bar snack.

Ingredients

1 Marinate tuna cubes in lime juice, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper for 15 min.
2 Drain excess marinade. Toss tuna cubes in cornmeal until evenly coated.
3 Heat oil to 180°C (350°F) in a deep fryer or heavy pot.
4 Fry tuna in batches for 2-3 min until golden and crispy outside, still pink inside.
5 Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with hot sauce and lime wedges.

Did You Know?

In Mindelo, the capital of São Vicente island, bars compete to make the best torresmo de atum, which is always served with cold beer.