Banku with Tilapia and Pepper
Fermented corn and cassava dough served with grilled tilapia and a fiery fresh pepper sauce (shito).
Why It Works
The slight sourness from fermentation in banku complements the smoky grilled fish; shito's intense concentrated flavor (dried shrimp, ginger, chiles) provides a powerful umami punch.
Key Ingredients
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