Appetizers & nibbles
Aboboi
Skewers of marinated fish or meat, grilled over a wood fire. A classic of Ghanaian street food, fragrant and lightly smoky.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Marinade
Spices & seasoning
Instructions
- Cut the fish into large cubes and the onions into wedges.
- Mix the oil, ginger, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper to make the marinade.
- Coat the fish in the marinade and let it rest for 20 minutes in the fridge.
- Thread the fish cubes onto skewers, alternating with the onions and chilies.
- Heat the grill or a grill pan over high heat.
- Grill the skewers for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until the fish is cooked and slightly caramelised.
Variations and tips
Meat version. Replace the fish with beef cut into cubes and extend the cooking by 2 to 3 minutes per side.
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Original Ecomely recipe.