Tiny dried sardines fried until crispy with onions, tomatoes, and chili, served as a protein-rich side dish or snack with ugali.
Instructions
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Rinse dried dagaa briefly and pat dry to remove excess salt.
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Heat oil in a skillet, add onions and cook until softened.
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Add tomatoes and chili, cook for three minutes until saucy.
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Add dagaa and toss to combine, frying for five minutes until crispy.
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Season with salt and a squeeze of lime juice.
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Serve hot as a side dish with ugali and greens.
Did You Know?
Lake Victoria produces thousands of tonnes of dagaa annually, making these tiny fish one of Tanzania's most important protein sources.
The Story Behind Dagaa wa Kukaanga
Dagaa fishing on Lake Victoria is a centuries-old tradition that provides affordable protein to millions across Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. The tiny silver sardines are sun-dried along the lakeshore by the thousands, creating a shelf-stable protein source that can be transported far inland. Fried with simple seasonings, dagaa represents the practical ingenuity of Tanzanian cuisine in turning humble ingredients into satisfying meals.
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