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Chew Yapa

Cultural Context

Chew Yapa is a traditional Gambian dish that embodies the rich culinary heritage of the region. Often enjoyed during communal gatherings and celebrations, it highlights the importance of cassava and groundnuts in Gambian cuisine. Today, it is cherished both locally and among the Gambian diaspora, with variations adapting to available ingredients.

GambianGMmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 lb lamb
2 cups tomato plump
3 cloves garlic
1/2 cup spring onion
1 medium onion
2 medium potatoes
2 medium carrots
1 cup celery
1-2 scotch bonnet chilies
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 cups water
2 tablespoons sineagal seasoning
1 tablespoon dolly
1-2 chili

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

groundnut paste

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Almond butter offers a similar flavor with lower calories.

bitter leaf

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is more accessible and provides similar nutrients.

fish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based alternative that is budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and healthier than vegetable oil.

1

Add vegetable oil to the pan and heat it up.

2

Season the lamb and fry it until golden brown.

3

Blend tomato plump, garlic, and spring onion together.

4

Cut vegetables including potatoes, carrots, and celery, and set aside.

5

Add the blended ingredients to the fried lamb and stir.

6

Add a tablespoon of chili, black pepper, and salt to the mixture.

7

Add half of the tomato paste (100g) and stir.

8

Add sineagal seasoning and dolly to the stew.

9

Add all the cut vegetables to the stew and mix well.

10

Add a small amount of water to the stew and stir.

11

Cover the stew and reduce heat to let it cook slowly for half an hour.

12

After cooking, let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingmashing

Equipment Needed

potskilletcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Chew YappaYappa

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