SAUCE ODIKA (CUISINE GABONAISE)

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a similar flavor profile with less saturated fat.

crayfish

🥗Healthier: dried shrimp

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Dried shrimp offers a similar umami flavor at a lower cost.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs can be used when fresh are unavailable.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

Prepare the fish and season it with salt and pepper

Chop the tomatoes and carrots

Add the fish to the pot and cook until slightly grilled

Add the chopped tomatoes and carrots to the pot

Season with bay leaves and a little nutmeg

Add a bit of flour to thicken the sauce

Stir everything together and let it simmer

Serve the sauce with rice and banana

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary