Mbahali Gerrteh| Teeya Nyankatan | Gambian Food

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

ginger

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Turmeric adds color and health benefits.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs can provide similar flavor.

Rinse mackerel and remove bones, then season with lemon juice and salt.

Broil mackerel in the oven for 7 minutes on each side.

Process peanut pieces in a food processor until powdered.

Cover the powdered peanuts with a wet paper towel and steam in the microwave for 5 minutes (3 minutes, then 2 minutes).

Add the peanut mixture to the rice that is almost done cooking, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes on low heat.

Mix 2 tablespoons palm oil, 1 tablespoon turtle powder, 1/2 teaspoon Maggie powder, and 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper together.

Microwave the condiment mixture, then add 1 tablespoon ghee butter and mix well.

Serve the rice coated with the peanut mixture and drizzle the condiment on top.

Cooking Techniques

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