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Grilled Catfish (Eja Kika)
Perfectly seasoned and grilled catfish with a smoky flavor. A Nigerian street food favorite that's simply irresistible.
Total Time
55 min
Servings
4
Prep Time
30 min
Ingredients
- 2 whole catfish (about 1kg each)
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons suya spice (yaji)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground crayfish
- 2 seasoning cubes, crushed
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 large onion, sliced
Nutrition Facts
350
Calories
38g
Protein
4g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Instructions
- 1
Clean catfish thoroughly and make diagonal cuts on both sides.
- 2
Mix suya spice, salt, crayfish, seasoning cubes, and thyme together.
- 3
Rub the spice mix all over the fish, inside and out.
- 4
Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes (or overnight in the fridge).
- 5
Preheat your grill or oven to 200°C (400°F).
- 6
Brush fish with oil and grill for 10-12 minutes on each side.
- 7
Serve with sliced onions and pepper sauce.
💡 Pro Tips
- Make slits in the fish for better spice penetration
- Baste with oil while grilling to keep it moist