Where does Poisson Fumé au Concombre come from?

Poisson Fumé au Concombre — country of origin: Gabon.

What is Poisson Fumé au Concombre made of?

Fish, cucumber, onion, garlic, chilli, water, salt.

How do you pronounce Poisson Fumé au Concombre?

Poisson fumé au concombre (French, Gabon) is pronounced /pwasɔ̃ fyme o kɔ̃kɔ̃bʁ/.

Poisson Fumé au Concombre

Pronunciation (IPA) /pwasɔ̃ fyme o kɔ̃kɔ̃bʁ/

A Gabonese smoked-fish preparation simmered with cucumber in a savory sauce.

Also known as: Nzaka · Paquet de concombre au poisson fumé

Allergens & declarations

Contains

Fish

Contains fish and fish products

This describes the classic recipe, so you know what to ask about. It is not a declaration for any particular kitchen — recipes and suppliers vary, and only the restaurant can tell you what is in the dish it serves.

In detail

What it really is

A Gabonese smoked-fish preparation simmered with cucumber in a savory sauce.

Poisson fumé au concombre combines smoked fish with cucumber in a cooked sauce. One preparation adds cucumber, onion and chopped garlic to cooked smoked fish; cucumber is used in powdered form. The exact cucumber preparation and fish species may vary, so the page describes the combination without treating one form as universal. Smoking gives the fish a concentrated flavor, while the cucumber softens into the sauce. The dish is served as a main with a staple separately. Name the fish when known and distinguish smoked fish from fresh fish in the menu description.

Smoked fish brings a concentrated savoury flavour that seasons the sauce as it simmers. Cucumber softens during cooking and can be added as pieces or, in the described preparation, as a ground or powdered ingredient. The latter gives the dish a different texture from a fresh cucumber stew, so the kitchen should be specific about its method. Onion and garlic provide the aromatic base, while the fish remains the main component. Serve it hot with rice or cassava as a separate staple. A menu should call out that the fish is smoked, name the species when known and clarify how cucumber is prepared. Do not list fresh cucumber slices as a garnish unless they are actually used.

The smoked fish and cucumber cook together in the sauce, while rice or cassava can be served separately. Name the fish species and clarify whether the cucumber is powdered or added in pieces.

How it's served

Serve hot with rice, cassava, or another staple served separately.

Name the fish species where known and keep sides separate.

Typical ingredients

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Frequently asked questions

What is Poisson Fumé au Concombre?: A Gabonese smoked-fish preparation simmered with cucumber in a savory sauce.
Where does Poisson Fumé au Concombre come from?: Poisson Fumé au Concombre — country of origin: Gabon.
What is Poisson Fumé au Concombre made of?: Fish, cucumber, onion, garlic, chilli, water, salt.
Which allergens does Poisson Fumé au Concombre contain?: Contains fish and fish products.
What is Poisson Fumé au Concombre also known as?: Nzaka, Paquet de concombre au poisson fumé.
How do you pronounce Poisson Fumé au Concombre?: Poisson fumé au concombre (French, Gabon) is pronounced /pwasɔ̃ fyme o kɔ̃kɔ̃bʁ/. Select the speaker button next to the dish name to hear it.