Central Africa · Soup
Molho no Fogo (Hot Herbal Fish Broth)
A fiery, restorative Santomean fisherman's broth swimming with fresh sea fish, wild herbs, and vibrant red palm oil.
The story
Molho no Fogo is a quintessential coastal dish originating from the Angolar fishing communities of southern São Tomé, consumed as a restorative midday meal after exhausting ocean voyages. Traditionally cooked on open wood fires right on the black volcanic beaches, its name translates directly to 'sauce on the fire'. An authentic broth relies on aromatic wild leaves like wild basil and mosquito bush alongside native fiery malagueta peppers to cut through the oiliness of oceanic pelagic fish.
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