Sierra Leone Traditional Groundnut soup | Salone Masala

groundnuts

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds provide similar flavor at a lower cost.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: beans

Tofu or beans can provide protein while being more affordable.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Homemade broth is healthier and cheaper than store-bought.

Add beef to the pot and season to taste with rosemary.

Cook the beef until soft but not too tender.

Add groundnuts to the pot with enough water and let them cook.

Add vegetables and blended pepper to the pot.

Add tomato paste early to cook with the groundnuts to reduce sourness.

Slice and add vine tomatoes and onions to the pot.

Cover the pot partially and let it slow cook on medium heat.

Add pre-cooked goat meat and neck bones to the pot.

Season to taste and add more tomato paste if desired.

Let the soup cook until the groundnuts are fully cooked and the color changes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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