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Palm-oil Seafood Rice with Fish Stew

Cultural Context

Originating from Senegal, Thieboudienne is a cherished dish often served during special occasions and gatherings. It combines the flavors of the sea with the heartiness of rice, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of West Africa. Today, variations of this dish can be found across the globe, adapted to local ingredients and tastes, yet it remains a symbol of community and celebration in Senegalese culture.

SenegaleseSNmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb salted dried fish
1 lb tilapia fish
1 lb salmon
1 cup onions, chopped
1 scotch bonnet pepper, chopped
1/2 cup palm oil
2 cups rice
4 cups water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons stock seasoning
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup okra, sliced
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
2 tablespoons locust beans

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 offers a similar flavor with less saturated fat.

seafood

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken is a leaner protein and tofu is a budget-friendly alternative.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs can provide flavor at a lower cost.

fish

🥗Healthier: lean fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Canned fish is more accessible and affordable.

1

Start by blending the ingredients with water to create a porridge-like mixture.

2

Add salted dried fish to the pot and cover halfway to let it boil.

3

Once boiling, add tilapia fish and optionally salmon.

4

Remove the fish after boiling and set aside.

5

Add lemon juice to the broth.

6

Prepare a separate pan for the fish stew by adding the broth to the fish.

7

Add tamarind for tanginess and season with stock seasoning and black pepper.

8

Add palm oil to the rice before it finishes cooking.

9

Blend scotch bonnet pepper, onions, and stock seasoning to mix with the seafood.

10

Steam the seafood in the rice pot using foil.

11

Check on the rice and serve with the fish stew on the side.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsteamingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potmedium potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

seafood

Also Known As

ThieboudienneCeebu Jën

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