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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
1 cup raw peanuts
2 cups white rice
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt

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

Grind the raw peanuts using a blender.

2

Sift the blended peanuts to remove any larger pieces.

3

Blend the peanuts again if necessary and sift once more.

4

Mix the ground peanuts with the white rice thoroughly.

5

Boil water in a pot.

6

Once the water is boiling, add the rice and peanut mixture to the pot.

7

Keep mixing the mixture continuously as it cooks.

8

Let the mixture come to a boil while continuing to stir.

9

Reduce the heat and let it cook slowly for about 40 to 45 minutes until the rice is tender.

10

If the mixture starts to stick, add more water to prevent burning.

11

After 40 to 45 minutes, add vanilla extract and salt to the mixture.

12

Let it cook for another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

13

After 15 minutes, add brown sugar to the porridge.

14

Let it cook for an additional 10 minutes until done.

15

Serve the porridge, optionally with yogurt.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilingfrying

Equipment Needed

large potfrying pancolandercutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Chura GherteChura Gherte with Fish

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