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Ghana Palava Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Ghana, Palava Sauce is a vibrant dish often enjoyed with rice or yams. Traditionally, it brings together local ingredients like smoked fish and greens, reflecting the rich agricultural heritage of the region. This sauce is a staple in many Ghanaian households and showcases the country's love for bold flavors. Today, variations exist, adapting to different palates and ingredient availability worldwide.

GhanaianGHmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb smoked fish
1 large onion
2 cups chopped tomatoes
1 cup blended bell pepper
2 seasoning cubes
2 tablespoons ground crayfish
1/2 cup blended melon seed
2 cups cooked spinach
1 green bell pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil
to taste boiled yam
to taste boiled potatoes

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

smoked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken offers a leaner protein option while canned tuna is more affordable.

ground crayfish

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: dried shrimp

Nutritional yeast adds umami flavor without seafood allergens.

1

In a pan, add salted fish and onion; stir and fry on medium heat for a few minutes.

2

After 5 minutes, add chopped tomatoes and blended pepper; stir everything together.

3

Add smoked dry herrings off camera; stir and then add seasoning, including all-purpose seasoning and seasoning cube, along with shrimp powder.

4

Stir everything together and let it fry for 10 minutes.

5

After 10 minutes, add cooked kum leaves and stir nicely.

6

Add green bell pepper and some onion; stir and let it cook for a few minutes until ready.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstewing

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifewooden spoon

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegetarianpescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Palava SaucePalaver Sauce

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