Smoked Abo Fish (Sole Fish) – African Smoked Fish for Soups & Stews

Smoked abo fish, also called sole fish, is a flat fish smoked the traditional way. A few pieces give okra soup, egusi, efo riro and palm nut soup a deep smoky taste.

Key features

• Smoked abo (sole) fish
• Deep smoky flavor
• For okra soup, egusi, efo riro and palm nut soup
• Vacuum-sealed
• Buy 1, 2, 5 or 10 bags

How to use

Rinse in warm salted water, remove the head and bones if you like, break into pieces and add to the soup or stew for the last 10 minutes of cooking.

Details

• Product: smoked abo fish (sole fish)
• Packed: vacuum-sealed
• Size: see the pack

Cook with smoked fish

Use it in our efo riro recipe. Try dried eja panla or ground herring, or shop all fish.

Related guide

Read Efo Riro: Nigerian Spinach Stew Recipe for a stew that uses smoked fish.

Pick up in Chicago or ship anywhere in the U.S.

Shop at Yado African & Caribbean Market, 1651 E 87th St, Chicago, IL 60617, or order online for fast U.S. shipping.

Frequently asked questions

What is abo fish in English?

Sole fish, a flat fish that is smoked and used in West African soups.

How do I use smoked abo fish?

Rinse it, break it into pieces and add it to soups or stews near the end of cooking.

How do I store it?

Keep it sealed in a cool, dry place; once opened, keep it in the fridge or freezer.

Where can I buy smoked fish near me?

At Yado African & Caribbean Market, 1651 E 87th St, Chicago, or online with U.S. shipping.