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Liberian Style ROASTED MEAT Marinade + HOW TO MAKE Simple, DELICIOUS Liberian ROASTED MEAT

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Liberian Roasted Meat

Cultural Context

Originating from the diverse culinary traditions of Liberia, Roasted Meat is a cherished dish often enjoyed during celebrations and gatherings. It reflects the country's communal spirit, where families and friends come together to share food and stories. Today, this dish has gained popularity beyond Liberia, inspiring variations in other West African cuisines and among diaspora communities worldwide.

LiberianLRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 handful fresh parsley
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 yellow onion
2-3 chilies
3 cloves garlic
1 tbsp cumin seeds
1 tsp whole black pepper
1 tsp whole white pepper
2 habanero peppers (optional)
1 tbsp rock sugar
1 tbsp peanut butter
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup cooking wine (optional)
1/4 cup avocado oil
1 tsp kosher salt
1 lb chuck or round roast (cut into cubes)

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than beef.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free, while salt is a basic alternative.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers similar acidity and flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often less expensive.

1

Chop fresh parsley, red bell pepper, and yellow onion.

2

Add chilies and garlic to the mixture.

3

In a bowl, combine cumin seeds, whole black pepper, and whole white pepper.

4

Add optional habanero peppers for heat.

5

Mix in rock sugar (or brown sugar) to enhance flavor and moisture retention.

6

Add garlic and onion blend, smoked paprika, oregano, and rosemary to the mixture.

7

Pour in rice vinegar and optional cooking wine.

8

Add avocado oil to the mixture.

9

Incorporate 2 tbsp of peanut butter into the marinade.

10

Process the mixture in a food processor until smooth, leaving some texture.

11

Transfer the marinade to a bowl and taste it, adjusting seasonings as necessary.

12

Cut the chuck or round roast into cubes, trimming off excess fat.

13

Add the meat to the marinade and mix until well combined.

14

Cover and let the meat marinate in the fridge overnight.

15

After marinating, skewer the meat and place it on the grill.

16

Set the electric grill to roast at 360°F for 25 minutes, checking halfway through.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

electric grillfood processormason jar

Spice Level:

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Dietary

nut-free

Also Known As

Liberian Grilled MeatLiberian Barbecue

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