Cassava Leaf Recipe From South Sudan: A Taste Of Tradition İn Africa

cassava leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach provides similar nutrients and is easier to find.

groundnut paste

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Peanut butter is more accessible and offers a similar flavor.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier while canola is often less expensive.

Wash cassava leaves thoroughly and chop finely.

Heat palm oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add groundnut paste and mix well, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

Incorporate chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Add water to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Add fish and chopped cassava leaves, stirring to combine.

Season with salt, pepper, and seasoning cubes to taste.

Cover and simmer for another 15-20 minutes until leaves are tender.

Serve hot with rice or fufu.

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