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Chura Gherte

Cultural Context

Chura Gherte is a traditional Gambian dish that combines rice with flavorful vegetables and fish, often enjoyed during communal meals. It reflects the rich culinary heritage of The Gambia, where rice is a staple food. This dish is often served at celebrations and gatherings, showcasing the importance of sharing food in Gambian culture. Today, variations exist that include different proteins and vegetables, making it popular beyond its origins.

GambianGMmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups rice
1/2 cup peanut powder
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup sour milk

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

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while sunflower oil is often more affordable.

1

Put some amount of water in cooking pots and put it on the fire to let it boil.

2

Pound the rice and peanut powder together until it's a half mixture.

3

Remove the pounded rice and peanut powder mixture and wait for the water to boil.

4

Once the water is boiled, add the mixture of rice and peanut powder to the boiling water.

5

Add sugar to the mixture.

6

Serve the dish once it's ready.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilingfrying

Equipment Needed

large potcolandercutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Chura GherteChura Gherte with Fish

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