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Liberian Gravy with Eba

Cultural Context

Originating from Liberia, Gravy with Eba is a staple dish that reflects the country’s rich culinary heritage, often enjoyed during communal meals or celebrations. Eba, made from cassava flour, is a popular side that complements various stews and gravies in West African cuisine. Today, this dish is cherished both in Liberia and by the Liberian diaspora around the world, showcasing the flavors and traditions of home.

LiberianLRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups onions
2 cups tomatoes
1/4 cup oil
2 garlic cloves
3 hot peppers
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
1 cup gari
1.5 cups hot water
carrots

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a similar flavor with less saturated fat.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu offers a plant-based protein alternative.

meat

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken breast is leaner and often less expensive.

cassava flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is gluten-free and nutritious.

1

Add 2 cups of onions and 2 cups of tomatoes to the pot.

2

Blend 2 garlic cloves and 3 hot peppers, then add to the pot.

3

Add 1/4 cup of oil and cook for about 5 minutes.

4

Add carrots for extra vegetables.

5

Season with coriander, basil, onion powder, and lemon pepper mix.

6

Reduce heat to low and add 1 teaspoon of salt.

7

Add 1/2 cup of water and adjust consistency as needed.

8

Add 1 cup of gari and 1.5 cups of hot water, cover, and let cook for about 5 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstewingmixing

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Liberian GravyEba with Gravy

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