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Spinach with Peanut Butter Plasas

Cultural Context

Originating from Nigeria, Spinach with Peanut Butter Plasas is a vibrant dish that showcases the rich flavors of West African cuisine. It highlights the use of local vegetables and the unique addition of peanut butter, which adds creaminess and depth. Traditionally served with rice or flatbreads, this dish has gained popularity beyond Nigeria, inspiring variations across different cultures.

NigerianNGmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups hot water
0 lb meat
4 oz smoked catfish
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup blended ingredients (red onions, spring onions, white onions, chilies)
1 tablespoon ground powder
1 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons palm oil
4 cups spinach
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 Magi cubes
2 scotch bonnet chilies
1 cup okra
2 cups plain rice

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

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter is lower in calories and offers a different flavor profile.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: cashew cream

💰Cheaper: milk

Cashew cream provides creaminess with fewer calories.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

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

1

Add hot water to a large pot.

2

Add meat to the hot water and let it cook.

3

Add smoked catfish to the pot.

4

Add salt for flavoring and cover the pot to steam.

5

Remove the smoked catfish and meat from the pot and set aside.

6

Add dry fish to the pot.

7

Add blended ingredients (red onions, spring onions, white onions, chilies) to the pot.

8

Add ground powder to the mixture.

9

Add a few tablespoons of peanut butter to the pot.

10

Cover the pot and let it cook.

11

Stir the mixture to ensure it's well blended and nothing is stuck to the bottom.

12

Add half of the palm oil to the pot and mix.

13

Cover the pot to prevent splashing while cooking.

14

Add spinach to the pot and mix well.

15

Add chili powder and salt to taste.

16

Add one Magi cube to the mixture.

17

Add four scotch bonnet chilies for spice, adjusting to taste.

18

Add the previously cooked smoked catfish and meat back into the pot.

19

Add okra to the mixture for texture.

20

Mix everything well and add the remaining palm oil.

21

Let the mixture cook until the okra is tender but not overcooked.

22

Turn off the heat and set the dish aside.

23

Cook plain rice to serve with the dish.

24

Plate the spinach with peanut butter plas and rice.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblending

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifewooden spoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Efo RiroSpinach Stew

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