Grilled Mukeke

Mukeke grillé

Ingredients7

• fresh mukeke (Lake Tanganyika sardines), whole800 g
• vegetable oil2 tbsp
• salt1 tsp
• lemon1
• fresh red chili1
• garlic2 cloves
• ground black pepper1/2 tsp

Method

1. Rinse the mukeke under cold water, leave them whole, and pat them dry.
2. Mix the oil with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and finely chopped chili.
3. Toss the fish in the mixture so they are lightly coated.
4. Heat a charcoal or gas grill until hot.
5. Grill the fish in a single layer for 3 to 4 minutes per side until crisp and cooked through.
6. Squeeze lemon over the fish and serve immediately.