HOW TO MAKE THE BEST CAMEROONIAN EGUSI PUDDING ||CAMEROONIAN FOOD RECIPES

egusi seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil is healthier while vegetable oil is more affordable.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale offers more nutrients, while collard greens are often less expensive.

Grind egusi seeds into a fine powder using a blender or mortar.

Mix the ground egusi with water to form a thick paste.

Heat palm oil in a pot until hot but not smoking.

Sauté chopped onions, bell peppers, and scotch bonnet pepper until soft.

Add the egusi paste to the sautéed mixture and stir well.

Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Incorporate chopped spinach and mix thoroughly.

Season with seasoning cubes, salt, garlic, ginger, and thyme.

Continue cooking for another 5-10 minutes until the mixture thickens.

Transfer the mixture to a greased mold or bowl.

Steam the pudding for 30-40 minutes until firm.

Allow to cool slightly before unmolding.

Serve warm with a side of meat or fish.

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