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Toborqee

Cultural Context

Toborqee is a traditional Liberian dish made primarily from cassava and flavored with palm oil and various seasonings. It reflects the rich agricultural heritage of Liberia, where cassava is a staple food. Often enjoyed in family settings, this dish showcases the importance of communal meals in Liberian culture. Today, variations exist, incorporating different proteins and vegetables, making it adaptable to local tastes and ingredient availability.

LiberianLRmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs cassava
1 cup palm oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 lb fish
1/4 cup crayfish
1 cup bitter leaf
2 cups water
2 seasoning cubes
1 medium green pepper
1 medium carrot
2 medium tomatoes
1/4 cup scallion

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

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option.

crayfish

🥗Healthier: dried shrimp

💰Cheaper: fish sauce

Dried shrimp adds umami without the cost.

bitter leaf

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is more accessible and still nutritious.

1

Peel and wash cassava thoroughly.

2

Boil cassava in salted water until tender, about 30-40 minutes.

3

Drain cassava and mash it until smooth.

4

Heat palm oil in a pot over medium heat until hot.

5

Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

6

Incorporate diced fish and crayfish, cooking for another 5 minutes.

7

Add chopped tomatoes, green pepper, and carrots, stirring well.

8

Season with salt, pepper, and seasoning cubes, cooking for 5 more minutes.

9

Add bitter leaf and mix thoroughly, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.

10

Combine the cassava mash with the sautéed mixture, stirring until well combined.

11

Serve warm, garnished with scallions.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

fish

Also Known As

ToborqiToborquee

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