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Carrots Eba

Cultural Context

Eba, a staple in Nigerian cuisine, is traditionally made from cassava flour and served with various soups and stews. Carrots Eba adds a nutritious twist, incorporating vibrant carrots for added flavor and color. This dish reflects the adaptability of Nigerian cuisine, showcasing how traditional recipes can evolve with local ingredients. Today, variations of Eba can be found in many West African homes, often enjoyed as a hearty meal any day of the week.

NigerianUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups cassava flour
3 medium carrots
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cassava flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is lower in carbs, while all-purpose flour is more accessible.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale is nutrient-dense, while collard greens are often less expensive.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: herbs

💰Cheaper: salt

Fresh herbs enhance flavor without added sodium.

1

Grate the carrots and transfer them into a bowl.

2

Add some water to the grated carrots and use a hand blender to blend until smooth.

3

Transfer the blended carrot mixture into a saucepan and turn on the heat.

4

Add water to the saucepan, the amount depending on how much cassava flour you are using and how hard or soft you want the swallow to be.

5

After about 2 minutes, the water comes to a boil; stir it together.

6

Pour all the cassava flour into the boiling water and stir to combine, ensuring it doesn't burn.

7

If the color is too pale, add more blended carrot to the mixture.

8

Reduce the heat and add a little bit of salt to taste, then mix everything together until well combined.

9

Once finished, turn off the heat and mold the swallow as desired, using clean film to keep it warm if not serving immediately.

Cooking Techniques

boilingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large potmixing bowlspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-free

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Eba de CenouraCarrot Eba

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