Dried Fish Gravy

Name: Dried Fish Gravy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Liberian
Ingredients: 300g dried bony fish, soaked and deboned; 6 large tomatoes, blended; 2 large onions, chopped; 3 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 2 scotch bonnet peppers; 2 bouillon cubes; Salt to taste; 1 cup water

Dried Fish Gravy (draid fish GRAY-vee)

Dried Fish Tomato Stew

⏱ Prep Time 35 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 338 kcal

A smoky, intensely flavoured tomato gravy loaded with dried bony fish, onions, and scotch bonnet — the fisherman's version of Liberian gravy.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 26.0g

Carbs 18.0g

Fat 18.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free gluten-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ fish

Equipment Needed

pot blender wooden spoon

Presentation Guide

Vessel: over rice on a plate

Garnishes: sliced onion

Accompaniments: white rice, fried plantain

Ingredients

300g dried bony fish, soaked and deboned
6 large tomatoes, blended
2 large onions, chopped
3 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 scotch bonnet peppers
2 bouillon cubes
Salt to taste
1 cup water

Instructions

1
Soak dried fish in warm water 15 minutes. Debone and break into pieces.
2
Heat oil, sauté onions. Add blended tomatoes and tomato paste.
3
Cook 15 minutes until reduced and oil floats.
4
Add fish, peppers, bouillon, and water. Simmer 10 minutes.
5
Season with salt. Serve over rice.

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Did You Know?

Dried fish gravy is the Liberian coast's gift to the interior — the preserved fish travels well and brings ocean flavour to every corner of the country.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

pot
blender
wooden spoon

Garnishing

sliced onion

Accompaniments

white rice, fried plantain

The Story Behind Dried Fish Gravy

Dried fish gravy evolved from Liberia's coastal fishing communities, who sun-dried their catch for preservation and trade. The dried fish adds an umami depth unmatched by fresh fish, and this gravy became essential cuisine along inland trade routes.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch or dinner 📜 Origins: Coastal Liberian tradition

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