Shark and Bake
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this mouthwatering Shark and Bake recipe, a crowd-favorite street food from Trinidad and Tobago. This dish features tender, marinated shark fillets infused with zesty lime juice, aromatic garlic, and green seasoning, all lightly fried to golden perfection. Paired with pillowy, homemade fried bread called "bake," this combination creates the ultimate handheld treat. Fresh toppings like crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and cool cucumber add a refreshing crunch, while a dash of hot pepper sauce delivers just the right kick. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this recipe brings island-style comfort food to your kitchen in just under an hour. Whether you’re craving something unique or looking to explore Caribbean cuisine, Shark and Bake is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces shark fillets
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons green seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 cup water
- 3 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup lettuce
- 1 medium-sized tomato
- 1 small cucumber
- 2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
Instructions
Rinse the shark fillets with water and lime juice. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Finely mince the garlic and mix it with green seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture onto the shark fillets evenly. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add water and knead until a soft dough forms. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a flat circle about 1/4 inch thick.
In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat (about 350°F or 175°C). Fry each dough round until golden on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
In the same pot, lightly fry the marinated shark fillets for 2-3 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Slice the lettuce into thin shreds, cut the tomato into slices, and thinly slice the cucumber.
To assemble, cut each fried bread (bake) in half and stuff with a shark fillet, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and a drizzle of hot pepper sauce.
Serve warm and enjoy this Caribbean delicacy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 649.4 g | 833% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.0 g | 475% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 403.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 204 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 5962 mg | 259% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.2 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.4 g | ||
| Protein | 124.7 g | 249% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 229 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 2227 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
