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Main course Fish & Seafood

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Nutritional Values

🔥350kcal
💪40gProtein
🌾—Carbs
🥑20gFat
🌿—Fibre
⚖️250 gServing

* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.

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🐟 Fish

Chambo

How to order / say it
Say it Chambo — [CHAHM-boh]
Order I'd like grilled Chambo, please.
Locally Ndingakonde chambo yowotcha, chonde.
Say locally

Popular fish from Lake Malawi, often grilled.

Why try it?

Chambo is the pride of Malawian lakesides, especially cherished in Blantyre for its fresh and delicate flavor, representing Blantyre's access to nature and its bounty.

How it tastes

Delicate white flesh with a mild flavor, often enhanced with local spices, grilled to a tender, flaky perfection and served with lemon.

Origin & History — first documented: 1880

Historically consumed by lakeside communities, Chambo gained popularity in the late 19th century as fishing methods improved, making it a beloved choice for Blantyre’s seafood aficionados.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 2 pieces tilapia fish
  • 🍋 1 lemon
  • 🧂 1 tsp salt
  • 🧂 1 tsp black pepper
  • 🫒 2 tbsp cooking oil

Method

  1. 1 Clean and season the fish with salt and pepper.
  2. 2 Grill the fish over medium heat for 10-15 minutes each side.
  3. 3 Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice.

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