Duaba Afro Foods Dry Smoked Catfish – 1kg

Description

Duaba Afro Foods Dry Smoked Catfish – 1kg | Premium Whole Smoked Catfish | Authentic West African Cooking Fish | Rich Umami Flavour

Ghana’s and Nigeria’s most beloved smoked fish — deep, smoky, and irreplaceable in every pot 🇬🇧

There are ingredients that add flavour to a dish. And then there is smoked catfish — the ingredient that defines the dish entirely. That deep, intense, irreplaceable smoky richness that infuses every soup, stew, and sauce it touches. The fish that makes Groundnut Soup taste like it came from a grandmother’s kitchen in Accra. The protein that makes Egusi Soup genuinely authentic. The umami backbone that no stock cube can replicate.

Duaba Afro Foods Dry Smoked Catfish brings you a generous 1kg of premium whole smoked catfish — carefully selected, traditionally smoked, and delivered to your UK door. Your authentic African cooking starts here.

The Fish

🐟 Dry Smoked Catfish (Clarias spp. — African Catfish) — whole African catfish, traditionally smoked over open fire to develop the characteristic deep, penetrating, intensely savoury flavour that makes smoked catfish the most beloved cooking fish across West and Central Africa. The slow smoking process concentrates the natural oils and proteins of the catfish — creating an extraordinarily rich, complex umami depth that develops further during cooking, infusing every ingredient in the pot.

Nutritional Highlights

✅ Naturally high in protein — smoked catfish is one of the most protein-dense cooking ingredients available ✅ Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids — supporting heart health and normal brain function ✅ Excellent source of Calcium and Phosphorus — supporting strong bones ✅ Good source of Vitamin B12 — supporting normal nervous system function ✅ Rich in Iron and Selenium — essential minerals ✅ Naturally gluten-free — pure fish, no cereal ingredients ✅ No artificial additives, no preservatives ✅ Generous 1kg — excellent value for multiple cooking sessions

What It Does in the Kitchen

✅ Delivers unparalleled smoky, deep, umami flavour to any soup or stew ✅ Infuses the entire cooking liquid with rich, complex fishy depth ✅ Provides a substantial protein serving alongside the flavour contribution ✅ Works in virtually every West and Central African soup and stew ✅ The irreplaceable authentic ingredient for genuine diaspora home cooking ✅ Duaba Afro Foods own brand — quality guaranteed, freshness assured

Essential For These Dishes

🥘 Groundnut Soup (Nkate Nkwan / Miyan Gyada) — smoked catfish is the classic protein for authentic Ghanaian groundnut soup

🍲 Egusi Soup — smoked catfish alongside assorted meats is the Nigerian Egusi combination that diaspora cooks trust

🌿 Palm Nut Soup (Abɛnkwan / Banga) — smoked fish adds the oceanic depth that makes palm nut soup extraordinary

🌱 Okra Soup — smoked catfish’s rich flavour distributes beautifully through okra’s draw

🥬 Kontomire / Spinach Stew — smoked catfish enriches this Ghanaian staple with deep umami complexity

🐠 Ndolé (Cameroonian) — smoked fish is one of Ndolé’s key protein components

🌿 Pondu / Saka Saka — the Congolese combination of cassava leaves and smoked catfish is a beloved classic

🍳 Tomato & Pepper Stew — add pieces of smoked catfish to any tomato base for instant depth

How to Prepare

1. Rinse the smoked catfish thoroughly under warm running water
2. Soak in warm water for 15–20 minutes to rehydrate and soften slightly — this also removes excess salt
3. Drain and pick over carefully — remove any large bones, fins, or scales
4. Break or flake into pieces of your preferred size
5. Add directly to your soup or stew during cooking — allow at least 20–30 minutes for the flavour to infuse fully into the cooking liquid

Tip: The longer smoked catfish cooks in the soup, the deeper the flavour develops. Add it early in the cooking process for maximum flavour infusion. The cooking liquid — stock — from simmering smoked catfish is itself a deeply flavoured base.

Net Weight: 1kg Brand: Duaba Afro Foods — Authentic African Ingredients, Delivered to You Ingredient: Dry Smoked Catfish (Clarias spp.) Contains: Fish Naturally gluten-free | No artificial additives | No preservatives Shipping: Delivered across the UK 🇬🇧 by Duaba Afro Foods

⚠️ Allergen Information: Contains fish — a major UK allergen. Not suitable for individuals with fish or seafood allergies. May contain traces of other allergens during processing — always check the product label before consuming. Preparation note: Always soak and rinse thoroughly before use — dry smoked catfish is naturally high in sodium. Check carefully for bones before adding to dishes, especially if cooking for children. Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Once opened, transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate — consume within 5–7 days. For longer storage, freeze portions after opening.