Small dried kapenta fish cooked in a savory tomato and onion sauce, a cheap and protein-packed everyday relish.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Instructions
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1
Rinse dried matemba.
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2
Fry onion in oil until soft.
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3
Add tomatoes and cook down.
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4
Add matemba and a little water.
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5
Simmer 15 minutes, season with salt.
Did You Know?
Matemba is one of the cheapest protein sources in Malawi and feeds millions daily.
Chef's Notes
The Story Behind Matemba
Matemba, small dried kapenta fish, became a major food source in Malawi following the introduction of kapenta fishing on Lake Malawi in the mid-20th century. The practice of sun-drying small fish for preservation, however, has ancient roots in lakeshore communities that have relied on Lake Malawi's abundant fisheries for millennia. Matemba's affordability and high protein content have made it one of the most important everyday protein sources for Malawians across all income levels.
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