Cook With Me: 5-Ingredient Nigerian Abacha | All Nigerian Recipes | Flo Chinyere

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a similar flavor with healthier fats.

fermented African locust bean

🥗Healthier: fermented soybeans

💰Cheaper: miso

Fermented soybeans offer a similar umami flavor.

ugba (oil bean)

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: cooked chickpeas

Tofu can mimic the texture while being more accessible.

smoked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is a budget-friendly protein alternative.

Soak cooked cassava in cold water until softened.

Drain and place cassava in a large bowl.

Add fermented locust bean and mix gently.

In a separate pan, heat palm oil until it becomes clear.

Add sliced onions and pepper to the oil; sauté until fragrant.

Pour the oil mixture over the cassava and locust bean.

Sprinkle in salt, seasoning cubes, and crayfish; mix well.

Fold in ugba and any additional vegetables carefully.

Let the mixture rest for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.

Serve chilled or at room temperature with fish on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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