Delicious cabbage and Egusi recipe. (Cameroonian Recipe)

egusi seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide similar texture and flavor.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option.

stockfish

🥗Healthier: dried fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Dried fish is more accessible and affordable.

meat (beef or goat)

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive.

Toast egusi seeds in a dry pan until fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Grind toasted egusi seeds into a fine powder using a blender or mortar.

Heat palm oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Stir in blended bell peppers and cook for 5-7 minutes until reduced.

Add the ground egusi seeds and mix well, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Incorporate meat and stockfish, stirring to combine.

Pour in water to achieve desired consistency and bring to a simmer.

Add seasoning cubes, salt, and chopped chili peppers, adjusting to taste.

Mix in chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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