Samaki wa Kukyango

Ingredients

 * 1 4- to 6-lb. WHOLE fish
 * 2 Tbs. salt
 * 1 tsp. garlic powder
 * 1 tsp. COARSE red pepper
 * 1 cup onions, chopped coarsely or sliced
 * 1 cup tomatoes, sliced
 * 2 Tbs. butter

Directions

 * 1) Place the fish on a rack in a roasting pan.
 * 2) Fill bottom of pan with water up to the rack.
 * 3) Spread the Onion mixture all over the fish.
 * 4) Simmer or bake at 350~ for 30 to 40 minutes or until fish is done.
 * 5) Remove the lid and permit the water to evaporate or reduce by one-quarter.
 * 6) Remove the fish carefully to a large platter.
 * 7) Spread the Onion mixture over the top of the fish as a garnish.
 * 8) Serve with rice at the side, with the fish sauce, and with lemon slices.