fish and yam chips

📝 Ingredients

• 1/2 medium onion
• 1 bell pepper
• 3 scotch bonnet peppers
• 2 garlic cloves
• Small piece of ginger
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cube chicken seasoning
• 2 medium tilapia fish
• 1/2 of pepper mix
• Extra salt for the fish
• 1/2 lemon
• 4 pieces of yam
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Oil for frying
• 1 tablespoon water
• Plantain ((optional))

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1--- Pepper mix ---
2. 2Start by preparing the pepper mix. Roughly blend the onions, bell peppers, scotch bonnets, and garlic, then set aside.
3. 3In a wide skillet, heat a little oil and add the pepper mix.
4. 4Allow it to fry for 2-3 minutes, season with bouillon cubes, and stir.
5. 5Let it fry for another 3 minutes, then take it off the heat. Separate the sauce into two equal parts and set it aside.
6. 6Preheat your oven to 430°F (220°C).
7. 7--- For the fish: ---
8. 8Ensure it is properly descaled and gutted, cut off any fins or tails and wash thoroughly.
9. 9Pat the fish dry with a paper towel, and make slightly deep cuts along the sides.
10. 10Transfer the fish to a lined baking tray, using parchment paper or aluminum foil.
11. 11Sprinkle salt on both sides of the fish, including inside the cavity.
12. 12Generously coat both parts of the fish including the inside with one half of the pepper mix, making sure all parts are covered.
13. 13Squeeze some lemon juice over the fish, wrap it securely, and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
14. 14--- Preparing the yam: ---
15. 15For the yam, peel and cut it into small cubes or your preferred shape. Wash thoroughly and drain the water.
16. 16Season the yam with a little salt, tossing to ensure it is evenly coated.
17. 17Deep fry the yam in hot oil over medium heat.
18. 18To improve texture and taste, you can add a little water to the oil.
19. 19Fry the yam for 6-8 minutes, turning periodically. Once golden brown, transfer to a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
20. 20In the same oil, fry the cubed plantains until golden brown, then transfer to a paper towel and set aside.
21. 21After the fish has baked for 15 minutes, remove it from the oven, unwrap, and return it to the oven for another 5 minutes to achieve a crispy skin.
22. 22Use the grill or broil setting on your oven for the best results.