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Egusi with Pounded Yam

Egusi with Pounded Yam

A popular home-style Egusi with Pounded Yam dish from nigerian cuisine.

Time75 min
Servings6
Calories154 kcal
LevelMedium

Ingredients

  • ground egusi seeds180 g
  • beef600 g
  • white fish500 g
  • leaf cabbage300 g
  • yuca (cassava)500 g
  • palm oil3 tbsp
  • salt1 tsp
  • black pepper0.5 tsp

Instructions

1

Cut Ground egusi seeds, Beef, White fish, Collard greens into manageable pieces and prepare the onion, garlic, and spices separately.

2

Heat oil in a heavy pot and cook the onion until soft, then add garlic and spices.

3

Add the main base for Egusi with Pounded Yam and fry until coated in the aromatic mixture.

4

Add tomatoes, broth, coconut milk, or the liquid included in the recipe and bring to a gentle simmer.

5

Cover and stew until the main ingredients are tender and the sauce thickens.

6

Adjust salt, acidity, and heat at the end; serve hot with the traditional side.